Three Tahitian Women Against a Yellow Background by Paul Gauguin. Three Tahitian women are arranged in a sculptural group within a lush landscape against a bold, saturated yellow and orange sky.

Three Tahitian Women Against a Yellow Background

Paul Gauguin

1899 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A vibrant Post-Impressionist scene by Paul Gauguin featuring three figures in a lush, color-drenched Tahitian landscape.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work with rich warm-brown color — anchors the wall with steady presence.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Office
Placement
Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
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Reads strongest when the wall gives it contrast
Color notes
Rich brown, Olive green, Aged gold

About the piece

Painted in 1899 during Gauguin's second stay in Tahiti, this work is a quintessential example of his Synthetist style. The composition features three women standing in a rhythmic, sculptural arrangement, set against a glowing yellow background that evokes the warmth and mystery of the tropics. The artist's use of bold, flat color and strong outlines creates a decorative yet profound sense of place and presence.

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