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Little Arlesienne, The
Little Arlesienne, The is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. It is held in the collection of the Kröller-Müller Museum.
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Overview
The Little Arlesienne is an oil painting depicting a young woman, created by Vincent van Gogh.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a dark-haired woman in a yellow dress with blue stripes, turned to the right and looking over her shoulder. Her somber expression is conveyed through thick, heavy brushstrokes on her face.
Technique & Style
The artist used bold, yellow strokes to render the dress, with blue stripes adding brightness. The background is a light pink color with small, green dots, showcasing the artist's characteristic use of color and texture.
History & Provenance
The painting is held at the Kröller-Müller Museum, dated to 1888, not 1896 as sometimes stated, aligning with Van Gogh's time in Arles.
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Artist
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.
