Mademoiselle Gachet at the Piano

Mademoiselle Gachet at the Piano by Vincent van Gogh
Artist
Vincent van Gogh
Date
1890 ; Auvers-sur-oise , France
Style
Post-impressionism
Genre
Sketch and study
"Mademoiselle Gachet at the Piano" is a poignant paper drawing by Vincent van Gogh, exemplifying his Post-impressionism style. Created as part of his Sketch and study series, this work highlights Van Gogh’s mastery of chalk for capturing delicate details and emotional depth. The portrait portrays Dr. Gachet's daughter playing the piano, blending expressive brushwork with subtle shading. Though primarily a drawing, it reflects Van Gogh's intense focus on understanding human expression, making it an important element of his incomplete list of drawings.

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