Mask of an Egyptian Mummy 4

Mask of an Egyptian Mummy 4 by Vincent van Gogh
Artist
Vincent van Gogh
Date
1889 ; Saint-rémy-de-provence , France
Style
Post-impressionism
Genre
Sketch and study
Location
Van Gogh Museum
'Mask of an Egyptian Mummy 4' by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1889 during his stay in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, exemplifies the artist's engagement with Post-impressionism. Known for his expressive use of color and dynamic brushwork, van Gogh explores an ancient subject through a modern lens. This work likely functions as a sketch and study, executed on paper using chalk, emphasizing texture and form over detail. The title suggests a focused portrayal of an Egyptian funerary mask, reflecting van Gogh’s interest in cultural artifacts and symbolic imagery within his evolving artistic practice.

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