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Van Gogh uses these colours to define the space, contrasting the sombre tones of the crowd with the artificial brightness of the lamps. The brushwork is deliberate and rhythmic, particularly in the rendering of the women's hair and the patterned clothing, which adds a sense of movement to the static scene. Unlike his earlier, more muted Dutch works, this piece reflects the influence of the southern French light and his interest in the expressive potential of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting is a study of social interaction and public space. Van Gogh observes the patrons with a detached, almost clinical eye, recording the varied expressions and postures of the individuals present. The flattened perspective and the repetition of circular forms suggest an interest in Japanese woodblock prints, a medium the artist collected and studied extensively. 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