Windmills on Montmartre
1886 Artizon Museum
About this artwork
This oil painting, created in 1886, captures one of the many windmills atop the Butte Montmartre, a prominent feature of the Parisian landscape during Vincent van Gogh's time in the city. It showcases his early experimentation with color and brushwork before his more famous periods.
Did you know?
During his two years in Paris (1886-1888), Vincent van Gogh was heavily influenced by the Impressionist and Neo-Impressionist movements. Living with his brother Theo in Montmartre, he frequently painted the area's iconic windmills, capturing the changing light and atmosphere. These works from his Parisian period are essential in understanding his transition from his darker Dutch palette to the vibrant, expressive style he would become famous for.
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Windmills on Montmartre
Vincent van Gogh, 1886
