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Paul Gauguin Collection (#9)

Paul Gauguin was a renowned French artist known for his vibrant and exotic paintings

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Tahitian Series: Worship. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Tahitian Series: Worship. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Tahitian Series: Worship

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Tahitian Series: Offerings to a God. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Tahitian Series: Offerings to a God. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Tahitian Series: Offerings to a God

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Tahitian Series: The Smile. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Tahitian Series: The Smile. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Tahitian Series: The Smile

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Tahitian and Noa Noa Series. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Tahitian and Noa Noa Series. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Tahitian and Noa Noa Series

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Tahitian Series: Land of Delights. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Tahitian Series: Land of Delights. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Tahitian Series: Land of Delights

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: The Call, 1902. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

The Call, 1902. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
The Call, 1902. Painted on a remote island in Polynesia a year before the artists death, The Call belongs to a series of late works that explore the mysteries of life and death

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Profile Bust of a Man (verso), 1870s. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Profile Bust of a Man (verso), 1870s. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Profile Bust of a Man (verso), 1870s

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Noa Noa: Women at the River (Auti Te Pape), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Noa Noa: Women at the River (Auti Te Pape), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Noa Noa: Women at the River (Auti Te Pape), 1893-94

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Noa Noa: Te Po (Eternal Night), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Noa Noa: Te Po (Eternal Night), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Noa Noa: Te Po (Eternal Night), 1893-94

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Noa Noa; The Devil Speaks (Mahna No Varua Ino), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Noa Noa; The Devil Speaks (Mahna No Varua Ino), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Noa Noa; The Devil Speaks (Mahna No Varua Ino), 1893-94

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Noa Noa: The Devil Speaks (Mahna No Varua Ino) (recto); Women Washing Clothes (verso), 1893-1894

Noa Noa: The Devil Speaks (Mahna No Varua Ino) (recto); Women Washing Clothes (verso), 1893-1894. When Gauguin returned to Paris from Tahiti in 1893

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Noa Noa: Noa Noa (Fragrant Scent), 1893 -94. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Noa Noa: Noa Noa (Fragrant Scent), 1893 -94. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Noa Noa: Noa Noa (Fragrant Scent), 1893 -94

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Noa Noa: LUnivers est cree (The Universe is Created), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin

Noa Noa: LUnivers est cree (The Universe is Created), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Noa Noa: LUnivers est cree (The Universe is Created), 1893-94

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Noa Noa: Manao Yupapau ( Watched by the Spirts of the Dead), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin

Noa Noa: Manao Yupapau ( Watched by the Spirts of the Dead), 1893-94. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Noa Noa: Manao Yupapau ( Watched by the Spirts of the Dead), 1893-94

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Mother and Child (recto), 1870s. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Mother and Child (recto), 1870s. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Mother and Child (recto), 1870s

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: In the Waves (Dans les Vagues), 1889. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

In the Waves (Dans les Vagues), 1889. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
In the Waves (Dans les Vagues), 1889. Painted at Pont-Aven in northwest France, this depiction of a nude figure throwing herself into the sea suggests a metaphor for a modern European woman forsaking

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Head of a Tahitian Woman, 1891. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Head of a Tahitian Woman, 1891. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Head of a Tahitian Woman, 1891. This drawing belongs to a group of highly finished portrait drawings of Tahitians made by Gauguin shortly after his arrival in the South Seas

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Eve, 1898-1899. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Eve, 1898-1899. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Eve, 1898-1899. In his quest to reconcile the Gospels of the New Testament with the spirit of modern science, Gauguin created 14 woodcuts that mix Christian

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: The Black Rocks. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

The Black Rocks. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
The Black Rocks

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Dramas of the Sea. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Dramas of the Sea. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Dramas of the Sea

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Be in Love and You Will Be Happy. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Be in Love and You Will Be Happy. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Be in Love and You Will Be Happy

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Emil Gauguin as a Child, Right Hand Forward, c. 1875-1876. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French

Emil Gauguin as a Child, Right Hand Forward, c. 1875-1876. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French
Emil Gauguin as a Child, Right Hand Forward, c. 1875-1876

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Emil Gauguin as a Child, Head on a Pillow, c. 1875-1876. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Emil Gauguin as a Child, Head on a Pillow, c. 1875-1876. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Emil Gauguin as a Child, Head on a Pillow, c. 1875-1876

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Emil Gauguin as a Child, c. 1875-1876. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)

Emil Gauguin as a Child, c. 1875-1876. Creator: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848-1903)
Emil Gauguin as a Child, c. 1875-1876

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Horsemen on the Shore, 1902, (1937). Creator: Paul Gauguin

Horsemen on the Shore, 1902, (1937). Creator: Paul Gauguin
Horsemen on the Shore, 1902, (1937). Scene in French Polynesia. Cavaliers sur la plage (I), (Riders on the Beach), painting in the Museum Folkwang, Essen, Germany

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: The Three Tahitians, 1899, (c1950). Creator: Paul Gauguin

The Three Tahitians, 1899, (c1950). Creator: Paul Gauguin
The Three Tahitians, 1899, (c1950). Young man flanked by two women who may be offering him a choice between vice, symbolised by an apple, and virtue, symbolised by flowers

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Decorative Figure, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Decorative Figure, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Decorative Figure, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Of What Are You Thinking? I Do Not Know, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Of What Are You Thinking? I Do Not Know, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Of What Are You Thinking? I Do Not Know, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: The Day of the God (Mahana No Atua), 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

The Day of the God (Mahana No Atua), 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
The Day of the God (Mahana No Atua), 1894, located at the The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA. 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Marie Henry, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Marie Henry, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Marie Henry, 1936. Woman in Front of a Still Life by Ce zanne, 1890, located at The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Study, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Study, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Study, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Change of Residence, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Change of Residence, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Change of Residence, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Running, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Running, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Running, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Drawing, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Drawing, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Drawing, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: We Greet Thee, Mary, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

We Greet Thee, Mary, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
We Greet Thee, Mary, 1936. Ia Orana Maria (Hail Mary), 1891 located Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: On the Way to the Feast, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

On the Way to the Feast, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
On the Way to the Feast, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Self Portrait, 1888-1889, (1936). Artist: Paul Gauguin

Self Portrait, 1888-1889, (1936). Artist: Paul Gauguin
Self Portrait, 1888-1889, (1936). Self portrait dedicated to Carrie re, 1888-1889. Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Religious Fantasies, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Religious Fantasies, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Religious Fantasies, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Figures, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Figures, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Figures, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: The Wings are Heavy, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

The Wings are Heavy, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
The Wings are Heavy, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Much Ado About Nothing, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Much Ado About Nothing, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Much Ado About Nothing, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Angels For All, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Angels For All, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Angels For All, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Where Do We Come From - What Are We? - Where Are We Going?, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Where Do We Come From - What Are We? - Where Are We Going?, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Where Do We Come From - What Are We? - Where Are We Going?, 1897 located at Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Massachusetts, USA. 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: The Holy Images, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

The Holy Images, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
The Holy Images, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Good Company, No Affectations, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Good Company, No Affectations, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Good Company, No Affectations, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Sketch, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Sketch, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Sketch, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Figure, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Figure, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Figure, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]

Background imagePaul Gauguin Collection: Conversation Without Words, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin

Conversation Without Words, 1936. Artist: Paul Gauguin
Conversation Without Words, 1936. From Paul Gauguins Intimate Journals. [Crown Publishers, New York, 1936]




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Paul Gauguin was a renowned French artist known for his vibrant and exotic paintings. His works, such as "Rupe Rupe (Fruit Gathering)" and "Martinique Landscape, " captured the beauty of nature with bold colors and expressive brushstrokes. In "Two Women, " Gauguin depicted the grace and allure of Polynesian women, showcasing his fascination with their culture. Even aboard the Paul Gaugin cruise ship, one could find art in unexpected places like colorful poker chips on a casino table. The artist's versatility is evident in pieces like "The Mermaid and the Monkey, " a captivating woodcut that showcases his mastery of different mediums. Gauguin's talent extended beyond painting; he also excelled in other forms of artistry. In sketches like "La Bretonne" and "Croquis martiniquais, " he showcased his ability to capture fleeting moments with charcoal, pencil, and watercolor techniques. Additionally, sculptures like "Sabots" demonstrated his skill in working with wood. Throughout his career, Gauguin explored various themes and subjects. From capturing the essence of old women in Arles to depicting bustling harbor scenes in Dieppe, he constantly pushed boundaries to create unique compositions that resonated with viewers. One cannot discuss Gauguin without mentioning his masterpiece "Arearea (merrymaking). " This oil painting exemplifies his use of vivid colors to convey joyous celebrations amidst lush landscapes. From Copenhagen's Oestervold Park to remote islands in French Polynesia, Paul Gauguin left an indelible mark on the world through his artistic vision. His diverse body of work continues to inspire generations as they immerse themselves in the rich tapestry he created through paintbrushes, pencils, woodcuts, and more.