Mette asleep on a sofa 1875

"Mette Asleep on a Sofa" is an oil painting on canvas by Paul Gauguin, completed in 1875. The painting depicts Mette, a young woman, reclining on a sofa. The composition is simple, with the figure dominating the foreground and the background rendered in a muted palette. Gauguin's signature use of thick brushstrokes and expressive color can be seen in this work. The painting is considered to be an early example of his style, which would later become more distinct with his embrace of Symbolism and Post-Impressionism. This work, currently in a private collection, is a testament to Gauguin's early artistic development and interest in capturing the beauty of everyday life.