Breton Women at the Turn 1888

"Breton Women at the Turn" (1888) by Paul Gauguin is a Post-Impressionist painting that exemplifies the artist's fascination with the simple lives of rural people. The work portrays two Breton women in traditional dress, their white bonnets standing out against the rich, earthy tones of the landscape. The composition is characterized by a strong diagonal line that leads the viewer's eye through the scene, drawing attention to the figures and their environment. This landscape painting is not only a study of rural life, but a testament to Gauguin's exploration of color, form, and the expressive power of painting.