Orphans 1882

"Orphans" is a poignant pen-and-ink drawing by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1882. Depicting a group of children, likely orphans, gathered outside a building, the artwork captures the artist's early interest in social themes. Van Gogh's signature style, characterized by thick, expressive lines and dark contours, brings a sense of raw emotion to the scene. The composition, with the children huddled together and a solitary figure walking away, evokes a feeling of isolation and vulnerability. This work, now housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, offers a glimpse into the artist's early artistic development and his sensitivity to human suffering.