Seated Tahitian Women (related to the painting Nafea faa ipoipo [When Will You Marry?]) and Other Sketches 1891 - 1893

This preparatory sketch by Paul Gauguin, created between 1891 and 1893, is a study for his iconic painting "Nafea faa ipoipo" (When Will You Marry?). It shows two Tahitian women seated in a simple pose, capturing the artist's fascination with the culture and people of Tahiti. The sketch, executed in graphite on paper, showcases Gauguin's expressive style, with bold outlines and simplified forms. The work is currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, offering viewers a glimpse into the artistic process of a pivotal figure in Post-Impressionism.