His work at
Auvers-sur-Oise

In May of 1890 Vincent left the hospital in Saint-Remy, but he needed to continue with a treatment an under supervision, Theo thought in Dr. Paul Gachet would bed perfect for the asignment, he had a lot of sensitivity towards artists, Paul Cezzane has his studio at Gachet's attic, and Gachet was himself an amateur painter. Vicent then move to Auvers to be close to Gachet, a small town located just 2 hours north of Paris, during his time in here he painted 70 pieces, many of them reminiscent of "the north", defined as melancholic. During the days he spent here he described being absorbed by the landscape, the fields and the sky, he worte that thay represented his "sadness and extreme loneliness" and that the "canvases will tell you what I cannot say in words, that is, how healthy and invigorating I find the countryside". Beside only spent 70 days at Auvers-sur-Oise, they were the last 70 days of his life. His, probably, last painting "Tree Roots" was painted just 150mts from Auberge Ravoux, the inn were he stayed in Auvers.

painting of a river bank, in the water there are some boats and people on them.

Bank of the Oise at Auvers

July 1890, oil on canvas. At Detroit Institute of Arts, Michigan, USA.

oil painting, very bright colors, shows a church in blue tones. The sky above is bright blue. In front there is green grass.

Church at Auvers

July 1890, oil on canvas. At Musée d'Orsay, Paris.

oil painting showing a road with three houses to the left. bright colors, some clouds on the sky,

Houses at Auvers

May 1890, oil on canvas. At Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

oil painting, shows a women in a white dress and yellow hat in the middle of a garden, there are white flowers, some pots with plants and trees in the background

Margerite Gauchet in the garden

June 1890, oil on canvas. At Musée d'Orsay, Paris.

oil painting showing a green field in the front, in the background more fields and the bright blue sky.

Plain near Auvers

July 1890, oil on canvas. At Neue Pinakothek, Munich.

oil painting of a man, with his right hand supporting his right cheek while he looks to the horizon, he is wearing a light hat, and a dark blue jacket.

Portrait of Dr. Gachet

July 1890, olil on canvas. At a private collection.

oil painting in green tones, showing a road with cottages by the side, bright blue sky.

Thatched Cottages at Cordeville

June 1890, oil on canvas. At Musée d'Orsay, Paris.

Tree Roots

July 1890, oil on canvas. At van Gogh museum in Amsterdam. In the last years this painting was recognize as the last one van Gogh painted before his death.

oil painting showing a wheat field in yellow tones, some reapers working, and a bright blue sky above.

Wheat fields with Sheaves and Reaper

July 1890, oil on canvas. At Toledo Museum of Art, Ohio, USA.

oil painting showing a wheat field in yellow tones, with a road in the middle, a dark blue in the sky, with crows flying over the field.

Wheat fields with Crows

July 1890, oil on canvas. At van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam.

oil painting of fields, with cloudy skies above.

Wheatfields at Auvers under a cloudy sky

July 1890, oil on canvas. At Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh, USA.

During his stay in Auvers from May to July 1890, van Gogh created a remarkable body of work, capturing the rural landscapes, village scenes, and portraits of local residents. His paintings from this period reflect his introspective and intense exploration of color, brushwork, and composition. The vibrant and textured brushstrokes in paintings such as "Wheatfield with Crows" and "The Church at Auvers" evoke a sense of turmoil and emotional turmoil. These works, characterized by swirling brushwork and vivid colors, showcase van Gogh's ability to translate his inner turmoil onto the canvas. In Auvers, van Gogh also created powerful portraits, including the renowned "Portrait of Dr. Gachet." This portrait exemplifies his ability to capture the inner character and emotional depth of his subjects, imbuing them with a profound sense of humanity. Van Gogh's time in Auvers was marked by both moments of inspiration and personal struggle. He continued to grapple with his mental health, and tragically, it was during this period that he experienced his final days. The paintings produced during his time in Auvers are testament to van Gogh's extraordinary talent and his relentless dedication to his art. They encapsulate his unique artistic style, characterized by bold brushwork, vibrant colors, and an unyielding pursuit of expressing profound emotions. Today, van Gogh's paintings from Auvers are revered for their emotional intensity and their ability to captivate viewers. They serve as poignant reminders of the depth and complexity of the artist's inner world, leaving an indelible mark on the art world and ensuring van Gogh's enduring legacy as a masterful painter.

His work at Auvers-sur-Oise