The Courtyard of the Hospital at Arles 1889

"The Courtyard of the Hospital at Arles" is a pen and ink drawing by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1889 while he was a patient at the Saint-Paul-de-Mausole asylum in Arles, France. The artwork captures the serene and peaceful atmosphere of the hospital courtyard, with its lush greenery and winding paths. It is a powerful testament to the artist's enduring fascination with nature and its ability to soothe the soul. The drawing, now housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, is a significant example of van Gogh's distinctive style, characterized by bold strokes and expressive lines.