Question

Which term describes Vincent Van Gogh's Portrait of Mme. Ginoux (L'Arlesienne)? a. Expressive b. Idealized c. Nonobjective d. Surrealist

Answer 1

Answer:

Option A, Expressive.

Explanation:

Madame Joseph-Michel Ginoux (L'Arlesienne) was painted by Vincent Van Gogh in 1888. The portrait depicts Marie Ginoux, owner of the Café de la Gare on the Place Lamartine.

Vincent Van Gogh painted a total of seven portraits of Madame Ginoux.

This form of painting is called Expressive. In this form of art, the artist tries to create paintings by modifying natural appearances in order to make a new expressive form of art. The artist also tries to create an expression and a deeper connection to self and others through the paintings.