The Vicarage at Nuenen | Vincent van Gogh | 1885 15th Century Illuminated by the soft glow

Illuminated by the soft glow of a single candle

a haloed figure sits in contemplation or judgement

crafted in 1885

1864–1935)

with countless angels and divine beings forming concentric circles around a central radiant light

The Vicarage at Nuenen | Vincent van Gogh | 1885 15th Century Illuminated by the soft glowThe Vicarage at Nuenen (1885) by Vincent van Gogh is a somber, early work depicting the modest home where his father served as a pastor. The painting captures a quiet street scene beneath overhanging trees, with two dark clad figures standing near the entrance. Rendered in earthy tones and shadowed light, the work reflects Van Goghs early interest in rural life and human introspection, grounded in realism before his signature Post Impressionist style