When Will You Marry?

The artwork titled “When Will You Marry?” was created by Paul Gauguin in 1892, during his time in French Polynesia. 

The bold outlines and flat planes of color are indicative of the Cloisonnist style, which was influenced in part by the stained glass and Japanese prints that Gauguin admired. The artwork is notable for its blend of symbolic and post-impressionistic elements, as well as the way it reflects Gauguin’s romanticized perception of Tahitian culture and the complex narrative it implies concerning the native inhabitants’ lives and customs. The question posed in the title, “When Will You Marry?” adds an enigmatic layer, inviting viewers to ponder the social and cultural implications faced by these women, as well as the artist’s own intentions or reflections behind this creation.

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