Tahitian Landscape — Gauguin Area Rug
Tahitian Landscape — Gauguin Area Rug
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Paul Gauguin painted the landscape of Tahiti repeatedly during his two extended stays on the island, from 1891 to 1893 and again from 1895 until his death in 1903, using its mountains, palms, and volcanic soil as a backdrop for his search for a simpler, more "primitive" way of life and art. "Tahitian Landscape" reflects his mature style, built on bold outlines and flattened, richly saturated color rather than naturalistic light and shadow. These landscapes, painted without regard for conventional perspective, were central to Gauguin's project of reinventing painting through decorative, symbolic form.
Printed edge to edge on a soft, durable woven area rug with a comfortable, non-slip feel.
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I ordered one for myself and immediately started thinking about who else would want one. My friends recognized Tahitian Landscape right away, which surprised me. The fringe on this rug is even and tightly finished. There was a note in the box that made it feel like a person packed it.
My mother liked hers so much that I ordered one too. The clarity of Tahitian Landscape makes it look like the original was photographed yesterday.
My whole family has opinions about the house and everyone agreed on this one. Owning Tahitian Landscape means more to me than generic art ever could, and Gauguin is part of that. I already have my eye on a second one.
My reaction went from disappointed to fine over about a week. It sits fine in the nursery and does not pull the space together the way I hoped. I have gotten exactly one compliment on it in two months. I would call it a fair trade.
It landed on my porch in perfect condition two days early. It came with a handwritten thank you that made the whole thing feel personal. An easy five stars from me.