https://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/en/collection/s0032V1962
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_architecture#Differences_Between_Homes_in_the_18th_Century_and_19th_Century
In the spring of 1888, Vincent Van Gogh rented four rooms in Arles, southern France, making this a real painting of his home. This work is included in the story considering the progressive history that occurred. This is where Rachel and Gauguin spent a portion of their lives, Gauguin actually living with Vincent, and Rachel spending nights and caring for him. Rachel, in particular is intrigued by this house, making it a subject of her curiosity. Van Gogh purchases this home because of the vast living space and spacious studio. His intentions where to turn it into an artists corner, where international painters could come live and advance their careers. This painting is an oil on canvas, which explains the prominence of loose brush-strokes and vivid color, as mentioned by the Van Gogh Museum. This painting also displays common provincial architecture with tall second story windows, usually having distinctive designs. Additionally, it has a square and symmetrical shape, with windows on each entrance and corner. In short, there is a sense of height an dimension, as stated on the French architecture's encyclopedia.
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