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"Head of an Old Woman with White Cap: The Midwife"   - by Van Gogh
Image ID: 29338
Bathed in somber tones and intricate textures, "Head of an Old Woman with White Cap: The Midwife" by Vincent van Gogh captures the serene yet resilient visage of an aged woman. Painted with Van Gogh's characteristic thick, emotive brushstrokes, the artwork delves deeply into the human spirit's endurance. The muted palette of dark browns and blacks contrast starkly against the pure, radiant white of the cap, drawing attention to the subject's thoughtful, weathered eyes and the lines etched deeply in her face. This portrayal not only embodies a technical mastery of portraiture but also evokes a profound empathy toward the life and experiences of the common folk, a recurring theme in Van Gogh's body of work.

*** About the Head of an Old Woman with White Cap: The Midwife: Van Gogh painted this compelling image in 1885 during his early years, when his works were heavily influenced by the Dutch tradition of somber tonalities and social realism. The painting reflects Van Gogh's deepening interest in realism and the human condition, a focus that marks much of his early artistic phase before his transition to the vivid colors of his later, more famous works. This portrait is believed to have been inspired by his encounters with peasants and working-class individuals, whom he felt embodied the essence of endurance and dignity. "The Midwife", as the title suggests, could have been a local woman known to Van Gogh, representing both her profession's significance and her personal story. The artwork is currently part of a private collection, occasionally loaned to museums for public exhibition.

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