Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?

Created in 1897, this oil on canvas work by Paul Gauguin exemplifies the Post-Impressionism movement, which transformed the artistic landscape of its era. As a French artist, Paul Gauguin brought unique cultural perspectives to their work. The composition demonstrates Paul Gauguin's command of visual elements including color, form, and spatial arrangement. Each element contributes to a unified whole that rewards close looking. The work reflects both technical accomplishment and artistic vision. Today, this painting resides in the permanent collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Boston in Boston, where visitors can experience its presence firsthand. Seeing the work in person reveals details of brushwork, scale, and color that reproductions cannot fully convey. The museum's collection provides important context for understanding this piece alongside other significant works from the same period and artistic tradition. Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) was a French artist associated with Post-Impressionism. The artist's body of work demonstrates consistent themes and evolving technique across their career.