Description
Painted in 1889 at the asylum of Saint-Paul-de-Mausole in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Irises is one of Vincent van Gogh’s most beloved works. Created during a time of personal turmoil, the painting is anything but chaotic—offering a sense of rhythm, calm, and natural harmony. Van Gogh was inspired by the gardens around the asylum, carefully observing the structure and color of each bloom. The Japanese woodblock prints he admired also influenced the composition, with its flattened space and decorative flow. With its vivid purples, lush greens, and expressive brushwork, Irises is not just a study of nature—it’s a testament to finding beauty in the midst of suffering.
