Hina, Moon Goddess and Te Fatu, Earth Spirit
- Artist
- Paul Gauguin
- Date
- 1893 ; French Polynesia
- Style
- Post-impressionism
- Genre
- Mythological painting
- Location
- Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
The painting 'Hina, Moon Goddess and Te Fatu, Earth Spirit' falls under the category of mythological painting, weaving a rich tapestry of lore and legend on a canvas. Imbued with a distinct post-impressionist style, the painting captures the ethereal beauty of the moon goddess, Hina, juxtaposed with the robustness of the earth spirit, Te Fatu. The use of oil paint adds depth and vibrancy to the composition, magnifying the harmonious interplay between the celestial and terrestrial domains depicted in the art.
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