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Roses
Vincent van Gogh · 1890, May
- Catalog
- F682
- Date
- 1890, May
- Place painted
- Saint-Rémy
- Museum
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Medium
- Oil on canvas
About the painting
From the very end of his life, The Met also houses a stunning Roses (1890) still life. Painted in the final months of his life in Saint-Rémy or Auvers, this work is a breathtaking display of delicate beauty and emotional depth. The soft, luminous pink roses, set against a vibrant green background, create a harmonious and serene effect. The thick impasto gives the petals a tangible quality, while the swirling brushstrokes in the background hint at the underlying energy of nature. For an artist whose life was often marked by turmoil, these roses represent a moment of profound peace and a celebration of life's fleeting beauty.
Collection: The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Whether it is currently on view should be confirmed with the museum before visiting.
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