Vairumati
1897 Musée d'Orsay
About this artwork
This oil on canvas painting by Paul Gauguin features a Tahitian woman seated in a vibrant, stylized interior. It is part of the collection at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris.
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Vairumati was a legendary Tahitian queen who, according to local mythology, was chosen by the god Oro to be his consort. Gauguin was fascinated by Tahitian culture and often blended indigenous legends with his own personal symbolism in his work. This painting showcases his signature use of non-naturalistic color, particularly the intense red palette, to evoke an exotic, spiritual atmosphere.
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Vairumati
Paul Gauguin, 1897
