The Langlois Bridge at Arles with Women Washing
1888 Kröller-Müller Museum
About this artwork
This painting is one of several works by Van Gogh depicting the Pont de Langlois, a drawbridge near Arles, France. It captures a scene of local life, with women washing clothes by the canal, reflecting the artist's fascination with the everyday activities in the region.
Did you know?
Van Gogh was deeply inspired by the light and landscape of Arles, France, where he moved in 1888. The Langlois Bridge, a charming drawbridge, captured his imagination, leading him to paint it in a series of works from different perspectives and at various times of day. He particularly enjoyed incorporating the daily activities of the locals, such as the women washing clothes, to convey a sense of genuine rural life.
On your wall. Unlock the 4K download and keep this piece in your Vault — forever.
Know the artwork. Knowing its title and artist turns a beautiful image into a story worth sharing — with a museum label:
The Langlois Bridge at Arles with Women Washing
Vincent van Gogh, 1888
