Cottages in Saintes-Maries 1888

Vincent van Gogh's "Cottages in Saintes-Maries" is a pen-and-ink drawing created in 1888. The artwork depicts a simple street lined with traditional houses, showcasing van Gogh's distinct use of lines and hatching to create a sense of depth and texture. The drawing captures the quiet charm of the village, highlighting the thatched roofs and the surrounding fields. This work exemplifies van Gogh's early exploration of landscape and rural life, revealing his mastery of capturing atmospheric details through simple yet expressive lines. It currently resides at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.