The wave 1888

"The Wave" (1888) by Paul Gauguin is an oil painting that depicts a wave crashing against rocks with a red beach in the background. This striking use of color, along with the swirling forms of the water, are characteristic of Gauguin's Post-Impressionist style, which sought to express emotion and subjective experience through simplified forms and bold color. This work showcases the artist's fascination with the natural world, particularly the beauty and power of the sea.