The red cow
- Artist
- Paul Gauguin
- Date
- 1889 ; France
- Style
- Post-impressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
'The red cow' is a sublime work from the French painter Paul Gauguin, a leading figure in the post-impressionist movement. This genre painting presents a vibrant red cow against a lush backdrop, painted skillfully with oil paint. Cast onto a sturdy canvas, the artwork reflects Gauguin's unique style, blending natural elements with vivid, unconventional colours. This piece is a representative example of Gauguin's contributions to post-impressionism.
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