PAUL GAUGUIN - The Field of Derout-Lollichon

THE ARTWORK

"The Field of Derout-Lollichon" (1886) is an early work by Paul Gauguin, created during his time in the Breton village of Pont-Aven, where he sought to develop his unique style. The painting reflects his growing fascination with rural life and landscape, depicting a simple field with subdued, earthy tones and soft brushstrokes. The emphasis on natural elements and everyday scenes demonstrates Gauguin's break from academic conventions, as he explored more expressive and personal interpretations of nature.

At this stage, Gauguin was influenced by the Impressionists, especially Camille Pissarro, though he had begun to diverge from their approach. His interest in the simplicity of rural subjects, combined with an experimental use of color, hints at the more vibrant and symbolic works he would later produce during his time in Tahiti. "The Field of Derout-Lollichon" stands as an important transitional piece in his artistic evolution, signaling his shift towards Post-Impressionism.

THE ARTIST

Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) was a French painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramist, and writer. Initially working as a stockbroker, Gauguin began painting in his spare time, influenced by artists like Camille Pissarro. The financial crisis of 1882 prompted him to pursue art full-time. Gauguin’s early works were influenced by Impressionism, but he later developed a unique style characterized by bold colors, strong outlines, and a focus on symbolism and primitivism.

In 1888, Gauguin famously collaborated with Vincent van Gogh in Arles, though their partnership was short-lived. Seeking inspiration, Gauguin traveled to Tahiti in 1891, where he created some of his most famous works, capturing the island’s landscapes and people. His time in Tahiti and later in the Marquesas Islands profoundly influenced his art, leading to a more simplified and symbolic style.

Gauguin’s work was not widely appreciated during his lifetime, but he is now recognized as a pioneer of modern art. His innovative use of color and form had a significant impact on future generations of artists. 

THE PRINT

• A4 Size = 29.7cm x 21cm = 11.7" x 8.25"
• A3 Size = 42cm x 29.7cm = 16.5" x 11.7"
• High resolution giclée print - 600dpi
• Printed to order
• Unframed & unmounted
• Professionally printed using Canon imagePROGRAF printers
• Digitally restored by OharaPrints from high resolution scans of the original artwork
• Made in and shipped from Casterton, Victoria, Australia

PAPER

• Canson Infinity - Arches BFK Rives White
• Paper weight = 310gsm
• 100% cotton
• Archival, museum grade
• Acid free
• No OBAs (optical brightening agents)

Arches BFK Rives is a high-quality, archival-grade paper manufactured at the Arches paper mill in France - one of the oldest papermakers in Europe. It is made from 100% cotton rag using a time-honoured manufacturing process, giving the paper exceptional durability, longevity, and resistance to yellowing or deterioration over time. Despite its substantial weight and thickness it maintains a very soft and supple feel. The paper has a natural white tone and is completely free of any optical brighteners (OBAs), allowing for superb colour rendition and deep blacks.

INK

• Canon Lucia Pro Inks
• Pigment based
• Archival, museum-grade
• Brilliant colours, even gradient and razor-sharp lines
• Highly stable and fade resistant, excellent humidity-fastness

SHIPPING & HANDLING

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• All prints are shipped via AUSTRALIA POST with TRACKING
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• All prints are shipped flat, not rolled
• Each print is individually placed into a resealable, archival grade plastic protective sleeve
• Prints are carefully packaged in very sturdy 700gsm cardboard envelopes, along with 1050gsm boxboard sheets which provide extra strength & rigidity to prevent bending or folding during transit