Here We Make Love (Te Faruru), from Fragrance (Noa Noa) 1893 - 1894

"Here We Make Love (Te Faruru)," a woodcut by Paul Gauguin, is one of the prints from the artist's iconic suite "Fragrance (Noa Noa)" created in 1893-94. The print depicts a Tahitian woman, Te Faruru, in a sensual and evocative pose. Gauguin's signature bold lines and simplified forms capture the essence of the subject and the exotic atmosphere of Tahiti, a place that greatly inspired his artistic vision. The woodcut's striking black and white tones, punctuated by touches of red and yellow, accentuate the figure's form and create a captivating contrast against the dark background. This work is a testament to Gauguin's exploration of primitivism and his fascination with the beauty and culture of the South Pacific.