Starry Night Over the Rhone

Starry Night Over the Rhône was painted by Vincent van Gogh in 1888 in Arles, just a short walk from his Yellow House. The painting captures the tranquil beauty of the Rhône River at night, with reflections of gaslights shimmering across the water and stars twinkling in the deep blue sky. A couple strolls along the riverbank, adding a quiet, human presence to the vast, celestial scene.

Blending rich blues, golden yellows, and soft brushwork, Van Gogh evokes both the grandeur of the cosmos and the intimacy of earthly life. This work reflects his fascination with the night sky and his desire to express the emotional and spiritual dimensions of nature. It stands as a poetic and luminous testament to his unique vision of the world.