
by Vincent van Gogh, 1886
Vincent van Gogh painted this view of the famous Montmartre windmill in 1886, shortly after arriving in Paris. The work captures Le Moulin de la Galette, a popular dance hall and café that attracted artists, writers, and working-class Parisians. Van Gogh's brushwork here shows the influence of Impressionism, which he encountered through his brother Theo's art dealing connections.
The painting depicts the windmill against an overcast Parisian sky, with figures walking along the dusty paths of Montmartre. This was one of several views Van Gogh made of the neighborhood's windmills, which were fast disappearing as the city expanded. The earthy palette of browns and grays reflects his Dutch training, though lighter touches hint at the vibrant colors he would soon embrace.
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