Shelter on Montmartre

Shelter on Montmartre is a compelling glimpse into the rustic charm of Paris’s outskirts, painted by Vincent van Gogh during his time in the city in 1887. The scene features a modest wooden shelter nestled among fences and garden plots on the slopes of Montmartre—an area that, at the time, still retained its rural character.

With loose, vibrant brushwork and a palette influenced by Impressionism, Van Gogh captures the texture and quiet atmosphere of everyday life beyond the city’s bustle. The painting reflects his interest in humble structures and working-class settings, as well as his growing fascination with light, color, and composition. Shelter on Montmartre offers a poetic record of a transforming landscape on the edge of modern Paris.