Three Hands (c.1884; Nunen / Nuenen, Netherlands) by Vincent van Gogh

The artwork titled “Three Hands” is a pencil drawing on paper, created by the renowned artist Vincent van Gogh around 1884 in Nuenen, Netherlands. This work falls under the Realism art movement and represents a sketch and study genre. It is currently housed at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The artwork depicts a detailed study of three hands positioned on a single plane. Each hand is rendered meticulously, showcasing the artist’s keen observation skills and his expertise in capturing human anatomy. The composition is arranged vertically, featuring hands with varied gestures and postures, emphasizing different aspects of musculature and form. The deliberate shading and use of pencil strokes create depth and texture, bringing a lifelike quality to the hands. This study not only highlights Van Gogh’s technical proficiency but also his dedication to understanding and replicating the minutiae of human anatomy.

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