A Pair of Shoes

A Pair of Shoes by Vincent van Gogh
Artist
Vincent van Gogh
Date
1887 ; Paris , France
Style
Post-impressionism
Genre
Still life
Location
Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA)
Vincent van Gogh's "A Pair of Shoes" is an evocative Still life created between September and November 1886 in Paris. Painted using oil on canvas, the work captures a pair of well-worn shoes with textured brushwork characteristic of Post-impressionism. The painting emphasizes everyday objects, revealing Van Gogh's interest in the humble and transient aspects of life. Multiple versions of this subject were painted by Van Gogh between 1886 and 1887, each enhancing their emotional depth and raw honesty.

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