Vue de l’asile et de la Chapelle Saint-Paul de Mausole (Saint-Rémy)

Painted in 1889 during his stay at the asylum in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Vue de l’Asile et de la Chapelle Saint-Paul de Mausole offers a poignant view of the institution where Vincent van Gogh sought refuge. The composition features the stone buildings of the asylum and its chapel nestled amid a sunlit landscape of cypress trees, blooming gardens, and rolling hills.

With rich, expressive brushwork and a vibrant palette, Van Gogh transforms the setting of confinement into a scene of warmth and serenity. The painting reflects both the reality of his surroundings and his deep connection to the natural world. Vue de l’Asile et de la Chapelle is a moving testament to Van Gogh’s resilience and his ability to find beauty and meaning even in the most difficult of places.