Self-portrait, dedicated to Paul Gauguin
1888 Fogg Museum
About this artwork
This is a self-portrait of the artist, Vincent van Gogh, painted in Arles during a period of intense artistic exchange with Paul Gauguin, to whom it was dedicated. Van Gogh depicts himself with a direct and intense gaze, rendered with his characteristic thick, visible brushstrokes against a vibrant green background.
Did you know?
Van Gogh painted this self-portrait during his stay in Arles, France, a period marked by his collaborative, though often turbulent, relationship with fellow artist Paul Gauguin. This specific work was intended as a gift for Gauguin, part of an exchange of self-portraits between the two artists. Van Gogh famously described himself in this portrait as 'a Buddhist monk,' reflecting his spiritual aspirations and dedication to his artistic calling.
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Self-portrait, dedicated to Paul Gauguin
Vincent van Gogh, 1888
