Old Woman Seen from Behind

"Old Woman Seen from Behind" by Vincent van Gogh exemplifies his mastery of bold colours and dramatic brushwork. The painting depicts an elderly woman viewed from behind, highlighting van Gogh's focus on capturing human presence through expressive portrait studies. Often, van Gogh's process involved sketching and studying his subjects using pencil on paper before executing the final work in oil. His art reflects a departure from strict Realism, favoring emotional depth and vibrant expression that influenced modern art movements.