Gauguin's Chair

Candle lit quarters.. bearing colorful carpet... and his wooden chair. · With a curved backrest, of somber reddish-brown wood; upholstered green straw. · and in his absence... a lit candle takes his place: ...two modern novels. · Vincent paint’s his muse, in consistent loneliness... ...waiting for Gauguin. _________________________________ For Abe's Van Goh's of Van Gogh contest the Painting is "Gauguin’s Chair"
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Smith-Johnsen Avatar
January 20, 2010 at 12:41 AM
Hi Raul, Today I am taking the time to enjoy myself reading some of my favorite poems. Your poem "Gauguin’s Chair "is one of my favorite poems. And I really love Vincent V. In fact, I have the movie, "Lust for Life", which is about VanGogh. I just wanted to let you know that I enjoyed reading it, again. Thank you for sharing. Lovingly, Dane Ann
Mason Avatar
October 11, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Congratulations on your win in Abe's contest. You've painted a picture here that makes me want to look up the original ... smile ... don't think I've ever seen this one. Thanks for all your comments and support, Raul!
La France Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 7:00 PM
congratulations on your win in the contest.... I loved it
Guzzi Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 2:25 PM
sad like the man..excellent well deserved win!! BIG hugs Light & Love
Augustus Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 12:41 PM
I really love your last two chokas in this piece. You get the emotion as well as perfectly written lines! Congratulations on your second place win!
Fraser Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 10:09 AM
Raul, i had a feeling this wonderful write would be near the top, congrats on being second >> James
Curcio Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 9:53 AM
Congratulations on your win! Bravo!
Gorelick Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 8:44 AM
You just get better and better. Congrats on your fine win. Love, BG
Richards Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 7:48 AM
Hooray for you Raul.....2nd place...with this wonderful winning poem!!! ~ love, Carrie
Strand Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 7:32 AM
Congrats on your success in Abe's contest Raul..Rgds Brian
Culverhouse Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 5:45 AM
a winner, congrats on your win!!
Brown Avatar
October 8, 2009 at 3:15 AM
Congratulations on your win in Abe's contest Raul. Love, Carol
George   Avatar
October 7, 2009 at 11:34 PM
Dear Raul, You have created a masterpiece with this beautiful Choka. The last stanza is so heartfelt. Congratulations on your well deserved win. Love, Lainie
Devonshire Avatar
October 7, 2009 at 9:33 PM
CONGRATULATIONS, RAUL!!!! Love, Carolyn Great work on this poem!
Moreno Avatar
October 7, 2009 at 8:22 PM
Wow, I can't believe I placed.
Grimshaw Avatar
September 25, 2009 at 9:19 AM
An interesting piece of work inspired by a painting, that is good. I enjoyed reading-
Smith-Johnsen Avatar
September 19, 2009 at 4:46 PM
Great job on this poem, Raul. God be with you. Lovingly. Dane
Chircop Avatar
September 18, 2009 at 3:43 PM
beautiful Raul,no other words..i can feel the aura of loniliness painted and transforming to life..--Charma
Fraser Avatar
September 18, 2009 at 10:51 AM
Superbly painted Choka Raul, good luck in the contest>>James
Lopez Avatar
September 18, 2009 at 10:18 AM
Thanks for entering and supporting my contest Raul......
Devonshire Avatar
September 18, 2009 at 6:51 AM
You certainly have captured Van Gogh's loneliness that is conveyed so poignantly in the painting. Great detail and a very enlightening read. Nice work, Raul. Love, Carolyn
Richards Avatar
September 18, 2009 at 6:48 AM
Wow....one would not even need to see this painting....reading your poem, I can capture it in my mind's eye! Awesome, Raul!! ~ Love, Carrie
Kendrick Avatar
September 18, 2009 at 3:02 AM
The experienced speaks. God speed in the contest. Very descriptive. Keep writing. Sara
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