“All the joys - animal and human - of a free life are mine. I have escaped everything that is artificial, conventional, customary.”
Quote by Paul Gauguin
Work
Noa Noa: The Tahitian Journal
This book is a personal account of the author's journey through Tahiti, capturing the culture, landscapes, and daily life of the islands in the 19th century. more
Author
Paul Gauguin
Paul Gauguin was a French Post-Impressionist painter known for his distinctive use of color and symbolism. His works often depicted the landscapes and people of Tahiti, reflecting his longing for a primitive way of life. Gauguin is a significant figure in art history, profoundly influencing later artists. more
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Source: Noa Noa: Voyage to Tahiti. [Translated from the Original MS. by Jonathan Griffin. Postscript by Jean Lize].
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“There is no such thing as exaggerated art. I even believe that there is salvation only in extreme.”