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Mahna no Varua Ino (The Devil Speaks)

Paul Gauguin

National Gallery of Art

The image displays swirling lines and organic shapes in an abstract composition. The design evokes the movement of flames or flowing fabric, with orange hues suggesting a fiery or sunset-like appearance. On the left, a cluster of darker shapes with curved lines resembles a group of figures or silhouettes. Above, green and black lines suggest a grove of trees or rolling hills. The image merges abstract art with motifs reminiscent of nature and human presence.

Artwork Details

Date
1894
Medium
color woodcut on Japan paper
Dimensions
5069 × 2908 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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