The Black Pigs by Paul Gauguin. A vibrant Tahitian scene featuring thatched dwellings, tall palm trees, a grazing horse, and figures resting near black pigs under a bright blue sky.

The Black Pigs

Paul Gauguin

1891 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A lush, colorful depiction of Tahitian life by Post-Impressionist master Paul Gauguin.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with softened cool notes — anchors the wall with steady presence.

Often works in
Living Room · Dining Room · Bedroom
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1891 during Paul Gauguin's first stay in Tahiti, 'The Black Pigs' captures the tranquil rhythm of island life. The composition showcases Gauguin's signature revolutionary palette—deep ocean blues, sun-drenched greens, and earthy reds—rendered with bold forms that defined the Post-Impressionist movement.

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