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The Washerwomen (Les laveuses)

Paul Gauguin

National Gallery of Art

The image contains bold, curvilinear shapes and flowing lines creating an abstract configuration. A figure is seen bent over on the right, while on the left there is an abstract representation of a cow's head with horns and eyes. The background features swirling lines resembling clouds or water ripples. The composition blends organic and abstract elements harmoniously.

Artwork Details

Date
1889
Medium
lithograph (zinc) on yellow wove paper
Dimensions
3655 × 2998 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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