La maison de La Crau (The Old Mill)

La Maison de La Crau (The Old Mill), painted in 1888 during Van Gogh’s time in Arles, depicts a rustic farmhouse nestled in the sun-soaked plains of La Crau. The old stone structure, with its red-tiled roof and simple charm, is surrounded by golden wheat fields and bathed in the warm light of the Provençal countryside.

Van Gogh’s expressive brushwork and vivid palette bring vitality to the quiet rural scene, emphasizing the textures of the land and the harmony between human habitation and nature. The painting reflects his admiration for traditional peasant life and his search for beauty in the everyday. The Old Mill is a lyrical homage to the timeless rhythms of agrarian life and the peaceful solitude of southern France.