Self-portrait with a hat (1893 - 1894)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Paul Gauguin's "Self-portrait with a Hat" from 1893-1894 offers a profound insight into the artist's psychological and emotional state during a transformative period in his career. Gauguin, known for his bold use of color and synthesist style, captures his own image with a stark introspection that is compellingly articulated through muted tones differing from his typically vibrant palette.In this painting, Gauguin portrays himself with a subdued expression, wearing a large brimmed hat that casts a shadow over his eyes, adding an element of mystery and depth to his gaze. His attire is simple yet refined, suggesting a focus on his internal rather than external world. The background of the painting features a skewed perspective of a room, wherein one can discern another painting depicted against the contrasting yellow wall, which potentially adds layers of meaning or alludes to his artistic inspirations or prevailing sentiments.This self-portrait does not only confront the viewer with Gauguin’s likeness but also challenges us to delve deeper into the psyche of an artist who was constantly in search of meaning beyond the conventional, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the essence of humanity.
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Eugène Henri Paul Gauguin was a French Post-Impressionist artist. Unappreciated until after his death, Gauguin is now recognized for his experimental use of color and Synthetist style that were distinct from Impressionism. Toward the end of his life, he spent ten years in French Polynesia. The paintings from this time depict people or landscapes from that region.