Mask of an Egyptian Mummy 4
- 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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