Le pont de Trinquetaille

Le Pont de Trinquetaille, painted by Vincent van Gogh in 1888, depicts a bustling iron bridge that connected the center of Arles to the Trinquetaille district on the opposite bank of the Rhône. In this urban scene, Van Gogh captures modern infrastructure and everyday life with vibrant color and energetic brushwork.

The composition features strong diagonal lines, dynamic figures, and architectural elements that contrast with the soft blues and greens of the surrounding environment. Influenced by Japanese prints and Impressionist techniques, Van Gogh transforms an industrial subject into a striking study of movement, structure, and light. Le Pont de Trinquetaille reflects his fascination with the rhythms of modern life and his ability to find beauty in the ordinary.