Arearea
1892 Musée d'Orsay
About this artwork
This oil on canvas painting depicts two Tahitian women resting in a landscape with a small dog in the foreground. It is a prominent example of Gauguin's work during his first stay in Tahiti.
Did you know?
Arearea translates to 'Joyfulness' or 'Fun' in Tahitian, reflecting Gauguin's romanticized vision of island life. The painting was famously criticized by contemporary reviewers for its non-naturalistic use of color, particularly the red ground, which challenged traditional European painting standards of the time.
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Arearea
Paul Gauguin, 1892
