1884
oil
paperboard
From the collection of Kröller-Müller Museum
Dominant colour
Still life with a Bearded-Man Jar is a 1884 oil by Vincent van Gogh, a Realism work, held at Kröller-Müller Museum.
The painting features a collection of objects arranged on a dark surface. On the left, a large, brown, clay pot with a handle and a lid sits prominently. To its right, a smaller, white jar with a label that reads "COCHLEAR" in black letters is positioned. Behind the jar, a dark, wooden object resembling a coffee grinder or similar device is visible. The overall atmosphere of the painting is somber, with muted colors and a focus on the textures and shapes of the objects. The arrangement of the objects creates a sense of balance and harmony, with the large pot anchoring the composition and the smaller jar and wooden object adding visual interest. The use of muted colors and subtle lighting adds to the overall sense of calm and serenity. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, 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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