The Poet’s Garden (1888) by Vincent Van Gogh

The Poet's Garden - Vincent Van Gogh - 1888

Artwork Information

TitleThe Poet's Garden
ArtistVincent Van Gogh
Date1888
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions73 x 92.1 cm
Current LocationArt Institute of Chicago
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About The Poet's Garden

“The Poet’s Garden” is a masterpiece created in 1888 by Vincent van Gogh.  The artwork was created for Paul Gauguin’s bedroom in Arles. The painting showcases the brilliant use of color and texture to express the character of the Provence region of France. Van Gogh depicted a public park with a weeping willow, inspired by a poem. The intensity of his vision, wonderful sense of color, and extraordinary boldness of his technique revolutionized artistic practice and styles.

“The Poet’s Garden” is displayed at the Art Institute of Chicago and measures 28 3/4 × 36 1/4 inches (73 × 92 cm). The painting demonstrates post-Impressionism style, an art movement that emphasizes vivid colors, thick brushstrokes, and strong geometric forms. Van Gogh’s use of vibrant colors conveys emotions and enhances visual appeal.

Aside from “The Poet’s Garden,” van Gogh also painted “Daubigny’s Garden,” which is featured at the Hiroshima Museum of Art in Japan. Both paintings showcase nature using warm tones that reveal van Gogh’s inspiration for landscape scenes.

Art enthusiasts can purchase giclée prints to embellish their living spaces with fine art reproductions. Van Gogh’s “The Poet’s Garden” had a significant impact on twentieth-century art due to its intense colors and unbound stylization; it reflects van Gogh’s personal approach to Impressionism.

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