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Gauguin, Paul

6 works

This print shows an array of abstract shapes and lines on a textured background. Many forms resemble human figures, although many of their features are abstracted or exaggerated. One figure near the center has a skull-like face and is seated and with their head in their hands, looking out at us. Other shapes include a child seated on the ground on the left and a figure with long hair and wide eyes on the right, their hands clasped in prayer. In the upper half of the print, there is text in a swirling ribbon, as well as more stylized human faces, most depicted from the shoulders up. The background is filled with solid and patterned sections in shades of black, reddish-brown, and beige.

Be in Love and You will be Happy (Soyez amoureuses, vous serez heureuses)

Gauguin, Paul

Mahana Atua (Day of the Gods) [recto]

Mahana Atua (Day of the Gods) [recto]

Gauguin, Paul

Two Title Pages for "Le Sourire" (Les deux titres du Sourire) [verso]

Two Title Pages for "Le Sourire" (Les deux titres du Sourire) [verso]

Gauguin, Paul

The artwork features a reclining figure, lying on their side with their head propped up on one hand and the other arm resting across their body. The facial features are stylized, with dark shading around the eyes and mouth, and short hair. The figure is draped in a cloth with floral patterns, lying on a surface with floral motifs. There are no visible jewelry or objects. The background includes abstract, cloud-like forms and floral patterns, with the initials "P.G." in the upper left corner.

Te Arii Vahine (Lady of Royal Blood)

Gauguin, Paul

The image shows flowing lines and shapes arranged in an abstract composition. There is a rounded form at the top left with elongated, undulating shapes radiating from it. Below are curved lines and irregular areas of color, suggesting hills or clouds. A bright yellow band runs through the center. A small, intricate circle with flame-like patterns is present below the yellow band. The lines also form figures seated facing left. The inscription "TE PO" is at the bottom left of the image.

Te Po (The Long Night)

Gauguin, Paul

This stylized, free-standing, wood sculpture shows a seated man with horns, creating a column-like shape. The statue is carved from polished, reddish-brown wood. The column is divided into three sections for the head, torso, and legs. In this photograph, the man faces us. He has gold-colored eyes under arched brows, a wide nose, thin lips, and a square jaw. The horns rise from over his temples. In the middle section, he holds his hands in front of his chest, nearly touching as if in prayer. The bottom section shows his shins, knees together. His feet, which are roughly carved, turn outward. The base along the bottom is carved with words painted in gold, reading, “PERE PAILLARO.”

Père Paillard

Gauguin, Paul