Great Peacock Moth
- Artist
- Vincent van Gogh
- Date
- 1889 ; Saint-rémy-de-provence , France
- Style
- Post-impressionism
- Genre
- Animal painting
- Location
- Van Gogh Museum
The Great Peacock Moth is a captivating animal painting by Vincent van Gogh, created during his exploration of Post-impressionism. Painted in 1889, it is one of his notable works featuring a moth, symbolizing transformation and metamorphosis, themes often reflected in his series of butterfly and moth paintings. Executed in oil on canvas, the piece demonstrates Van Gogh's bold brushwork and vibrant colors. As an animal painting, it reveals his fascination with nature's intricate beauty and the symbolic power of transformation.
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