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Skull of a Skeleton with Burning Cigarette
Vincent van Gogh
An iconic and rebellious early work by Vincent van Gogh featuring a skeleton with a lit cigarette.
Skull
Vincent van Gogh
1887 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An iconic Post-Impressionist study of a skull, showcasing Vincent van Gogh's energetic brushwork and bold use of color.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — anchors the wall with steady presence.
- Often works in
- Study · Library · Office
- Placement
- Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
- Walls
- Benefits from a distinct wall tone
- Color notes
- Soft gray, Aged gold, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in Paris in 1887, this oil study by Vincent van Gogh showcases the artist's intense focus on structure and color. The macabre subject is revitalized by a luminous, halo-like treatment of yellow impasto, demonstrating Van Gogh's unique ability to find life and energy in every subject.
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