1882
oil
canvas
From the collection of Kröller-Müller Museum
Edge of a Wood is a 1882 oil by Vincent van Gogh, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Forest, held at Kröller-Müller Museum.
You are looking at a painting. This is what you see: a forest scene with tall trees and a grassy floor. The trees are dark green and stand close together, with some sunlight peeking through the leaves. The ground is covered in a layer of brown leaves and twigs. In the background, there is a wall of trees that seems to stretch on forever. The painting is done in a style that is characteristic of the artist, with thick brushstrokes and vivid colors. The overall effect is one of serenity and calmness, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the forest. To learn more, look up Vincent van Gogh.
Vincent Willem van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art.
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