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A tribute to Van Gogh’s La Berceuse
With The Postman’s Wife, Paolo May reinterprets one of the most iconic portraits by Vincent van Gogh, depicting Augustine Roulin, wife of the postman Joseph, a close friend of the artist. This 3D artwork uses mixed media on wood – clay, glazes and colors – to convey dignity and psychological depth. Not a reproduction, but a personal interpretation that transforms an icon of motherhood into a contemporary vision.
- Subject: inspired by Van Gogh’s La Berceuse
- Technique: mixed media – clay, glazes and colors on wood
- Dimensions: approx. 40 x 45 cm
- Artist: Paolo May – original signed artwork
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The Postman’s Wife (Inspired by Van Gogh) – Paolo May
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A tribute to Van Gogh’s La Berceuse
With The Postman’s Wife, Paolo May reinterprets one of the most iconic portraits by Vincent van Gogh, depicting Augustine Roulin, wife of the postman Joseph, a close friend of the artist. This 3D artwork uses mixed media on wood – clay, glazes and colors – to convey dignity and psychological depth. Not a reproduction, but a personal interpretation that transforms an icon of motherhood into a contemporary vision.
- Subject: inspired by Van Gogh’s La Berceuse
- Technique: mixed media – clay, glazes and colors on wood
- Dimensions: approx. 40 x 45 cm
- Artist: Paolo May – original signed artwork
Colors in images may appear slightly different or more saturated depending on the device used.
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A portrait between history and interpretation
Van Gogh’s La Berceuse
In 1889, Vincent van Gogh created the portrait known as La Berceuse, meaning “lullaby” in French. The subject was Madame Augustine Roulin, wife of the postman Joseph Roulin, a close friend of the artist.
Van Gogh dedicated this work to the maternal figure as a symbol of comfort and serenity, capable of conveying calm and protection like a lullaby. It is considered one of the most powerful portraits of his Arles period.
The interpretation by Paolo May
In The Postman’s Wife, Paolo May reinterprets this universal theme through a three-dimensional language. The figure emerges in relief thanks to the use of clay, glazes and colors on wood, transforming the flatness of painting into a sculptural presence.
- Defined features that enhance expressive strength
- Restrained color palette emphasizing dignity
- Volume and texture amplifying emotional intensity
A bridge between past and present
This work is not intended as a copy, but as a tribute and interpretation. May draws inspiration from the bond between Van Gogh and the Roulin family, bringing Augustine’s portrait into a contemporary dimension. In doing so, motherhood and inner strength become timeless themes, still able to resonate through a new artistic language.
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- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Region of Origin
- Ischia Island
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