The Yellow House in Arles is a historic building that was famously occupied by the Dutch post-impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh in 1888. He lived there for a period of time with the artist Paul Gauguin, who he had invited to join him in Arles to establish an artist’s colony. During their time in the Yellow House, the two artists worked together and produced some of their most famous paintings.
The Yellow House was a simple, two-story building located on the Place Lamartine in Arles. Van Gogh rented four rooms on the right-hand side of the building, which he used as his studio and living quarters. He decorated the rooms himself, painting the walls in bright, vivid colors and decorating them with his own artwork.
Unfortunately, the Yellow House was badly damaged during World War II and was eventually demolished in the 1950s. However, a replica of the building was constructed on the site in the 1990s, using Van Gogh’s paintings and sketches as a guide. The new building is not an exact replica, but it captures the spirit of the original Yellow House and serves as a museum dedicated to Van Gogh’s time in Arles.
Today, visitors can tour the replica of the Yellow House and see some of Van Gogh’s paintings and sketches from his time in Arles. The museum also features exhibits on Van Gogh’s life and work, as well as information on the history and culture of Arles itself.
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