Still Life with Profile of Laval by Paul Gauguin. A still life arrangement featuring a ceramic vessel and a cluster of apples on a white tablecloth, juxtaposed with a man's profile in the right foreground.

Still Life with Profile of Laval

Paul Gauguin

1886 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A striking Post-Impressionist still life by Paul Gauguin, featuring vibrant fruit and a mysterious artist's profile.

$242

For the selected configuration

From $129

6 frame sizes

Frame size
Frame color
Mount
Paper type
Glaze

Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)

Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence in black and softened neutral tones — holds a wall without competing for attention.

Often works in
Living Room · Dining Room · Study
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1886, this intriguing work by Paul Gauguin combines a traditional still life with an unexpected portrait. The vibrant arrangement of apples and a unique ceramic pot on a rumpled white cloth is dramatically framed by the profile of fellow artist Charles Laval, showcasing the bold, unconventional compositions that defined Gauguin's early career.