Three Hands, Two with Knives
- Artist
- Vincent van Gogh
- Date
- c.1884 ; Nunen \/ Nuenen , Netherlands
- Style
- Realism
- Genre
- Sketch and study
- Location
- Van Gogh Museum
"Three Hands, Two with Knives" is a compelling drawing by Vincent van Gogh, reflecting his mastery in sketch and study work. Created on paper, the piece emphasizes intense emotion and raw realism, elements characteristic of Realism. Van Gogh's use of chalk highlights the expressive textures and dynamic forms of the hands, with two clutching knives, hinting at themes of tension or conflict. While the precise dating of this work can be challenging, it remains an important part of his broader list of drawings ordered chronologically, illustrating his evolving artistic language.
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