Bust of a Nude Woman and Three-Quarter Figure of a Man with a White Cap in Profile, Third Small Figure at Far Right, headpiece for Le sourire 1899 - 1900

This woodcut by Paul Gauguin, created between 1899 and 1900, serves as a headpiece for his wood engraving *Le sourire*. The scene depicts a woman, likely a Tahitian woman, with her arms outstretched and a man standing behind her. On the right side of the artwork, another woman, also nude, stands with her hands behind her head. The simplified forms and bold lines are characteristic of Gauguin's style, known for its bold colors and simplified forms inspired by the art of the Tahitians. This piece showcases Gauguin's interest in Tahitian culture and his unique artistic vision. It is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.