Sunflowers
1888 National Gallery
About this artwork
This is one of several versions of Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' series, created during his time in Arles, France. The painting depicts a vibrant bouquet of sunflowers in a ceramic vase against a yellow background, showcasing the artist's distinctive impasto technique.
Did you know?
Vincent van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' series was intended to decorate the 'Yellow House' in Arles, where he dreamed of establishing an artist's colony with Paul Gauguin. He painted several versions, exploring the life stages of the sunflower, from budding to wilting, seeing them as symbols of gratitude and friendship. The intense yellow hues were particularly significant to Van Gogh, representing warmth and the Provençal sun.
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Sunflowers
Vincent van Gogh, 1888
