Les Saules 1885

"Les Saules" (The Willows) is an oil painting by Paul Gauguin, created in 1885. This landscape painting showcases Gauguin's signature style, characterized by vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes. The painting features a thick grove of willows in the foreground, their leafy branches creating a sense of depth and intimacy. The background is a hazy wash of blue and green, suggesting a distant landscape. Gauguin's use of color is particularly striking, with contrasting hues of green, blue, and yellow evoking the lushness of the natural world. This piece demonstrates the artist's fascination with nature and his ability to capture its beauty in a unique and expressive style.