The Stevedores in Arles
1888 Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
About this artwork
This oil on canvas painting by Vincent van Gogh depicts a scene of stevedores working on boats in a harbor or river, with a cityscape silhouetted against a vibrant yellow and orange sky. It was painted during his prolific period in Arles.
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Vincent van Gogh painted 'The Stevedores in Arles' during his stay in Arles, a period of immense creative output for the artist. Capturing the daily life of working people was a recurring theme for Van Gogh, reflecting his deep empathy for manual laborers. The dramatic, almost incandescent sky in this painting is characteristic of his expressive use of color and light to convey emotion and atmosphere.
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The Stevedores in Arles
Vincent van Gogh, 1888
