Joseph-Etienne Roulin

Joseph-Etienne Roulin by Vincent van Gogh
Artist
Vincent van Gogh
Date
1889 ; Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône , France
Style
Post-impressionism
Genre
Portrait
Location
Barnes Foundation
The painting titled Joseph-Etienne Roulin is part of Vincent van Gogh's notable Post-impressionism Portrait series depicting the Roulin family in Arles during 1888-1889. Van Gogh, passionate about capturing individual character, found it challenging to secure models, making the Roulin family sit for multiple sessions—a rare opportunity. These Oil paintings were created on Canvas and showcase Van Gogh’s expressive brushwork and vivid colors, offering a unique glimpse into his approach to portraiture and his deep connection with his models within the context of Post-impressionism.

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