Are You Jealous?

Paul Gauguin’s Are You Jealous? (Aha oe feii?) depicts two Polynesian women in a moment of introspection, their relaxed postures contrasting with the implied tension of the title. The seated figure, adorned with a white floral crown, gazes away with a thoughtful expression, while the reclining figure rests her hand on the other’s knee, suggesting a quiet yet ambiguous connection. The flattened planes of color, dominated by soft pinks and earthy tones, blend seamlessly with the surrounding abstract shapes of water and land, creating a dreamlike quality. Gauguin’s composition reflects his fascination with cultural intimacy and emotional undercurrents, inviting the viewer to interpret the unspoken narrative between the two figures.