Contains nudity
Figure Studies
Fatata te Miti (By the Sea)
Paul Gauguin
A vibrant Post-Impressionist scene by Paul Gauguin depicting Tahitian women at the water's edge.
Upa Upa (The Fire Dance)
Paul Gauguin
1891 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dramatic nighttime scene by Paul Gauguin capturing the rhythmic energy of a traditional Tahitian fire dance.
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Where it works
A bold work with active energy with a clear neutral contrast — gives the room a clear visual center.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Dining Room · Library
- Placement
- Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray
About the piece
Created during Paul Gauguin's first stay in Tahiti in 1891, this painting depicts a traditional 'Upa Upa' fire dance. The composition is defined by the striking contrast between the glowing, fiery orange hues and the deep, mysterious blues of the tropical night, showcasing the artist's signature Post-Impressionist use of symbolic color and simplified forms.
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