Two vases of flowers and a fan

Paul Gauguin’s 1885 painting, Two vases of flowers and a fan, exemplifies his early engagement with still life composition, rendered in oil on canvas. Created in Paris during a period when Impressionism dominated the art scene, Gauguin’s work reflects a transition from traditional Impressionism toward a more structured and symbolic approach. The painting’s arrangement of floral vases alongside a decorative fan captures a balance of form and color, showcasing Gauguin’s developing style that emphasizes bold shapes and a careful interplay of light and shadow within the still life genre.