Windmill on Montmartre

Windmill on Montmartre by Vincent van Gogh
Artist
Vincent van Gogh
Date
1886 ; Paris , France
Style
Post-impressionism
Genre
Cityscape
"Windmill on Montmartre" is one of Vincent van Gogh's works from 1886-1887, depicting the scenic cityscape of Montmartre during his Paris years. Instead of urban scenes, Van Gogh favored pastoral motifs, capturing the rural charm of Montmartre with vibrant Oil paints on canvas. This series reflects his artistic evolution, moving from the darker tones of his early period to experimenting with brighter colors and expressive brushwork influenced by Post-impressionism. The painting showcases Van Gogh’s unique technique and growing mastery in rendering light and movement, offering a glimpse into his artistic progression during his time living at 54 Rue Lepic.

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