Noa Noa (Fragrant, Fragrant)

Paul Gauguin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows bold, curving lines and shapes forming an abstract composition. In the foreground, there is a figure in a red garment standing next to a stylized, dog-like shape. Above, abstract cloud-like forms encircle irregular circles with geometric patterns and written symbols. A palm tree shape rises from the center, flanked by other contemplatively positioned figures. The background features dark silhouettes of hills and plants, with contrasting colors suggesting a sunlit sky.