A Pair of Leather Clogs
1889 Van Gogh Museum
About this artwork
This painting depicts two worn clogs, likely made of wood or sturdy leather, on a simple, earthy background. It is part of a series by Van Gogh focusing on humble objects, reflecting the everyday life and struggles of peasants.
Did you know?
Van Gogh painted several still lifes featuring peasant shoes, each imbued with a profound symbolism. Far from being mere objects, these worn shoes are often interpreted as self-portraits, reflecting the artist's empathy for the working class and his own struggles. He believed these objects conveyed the 'marks of passage' of a hard life.
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A Pair of Leather Clogs
Vincent van Gogh, 1889
