The last and most advanced in style, skill and color integrates Japanese, Impressionist, and other influences on the Parisian artist community.

[1] Although van Gogh had been influenced by great masters in the Netherlands, coming to Paris meant that he was exposed to Impressionists, Symbolists, Pointillists, and Japanese art (see Japonisme).

The works of the Japanese ukiyo-e artists Hiroshige and Hokusai greatly influenced van Gogh, both for the subject matter and the style of flat patterns of colors without shadow.

In the two years from 1886 through 1888 he spent working in Paris, van Gogh explored the various genres, creating his own unique style.

[2][3] Van Gogh called his use of bright colors "gymnastics" that through experimentation created great depth, harmony and balance in his work.

[3] On top of Tanguy's hat is Mount Fuji;[3][4] Kabuki actors share the wall with cherry trees in bloom.

[7] Maurer calls Tanguy a father figure who shared his food and money with artists and showed their paintings with pride.

[4] In comparison to her husband, Tanguy's wife was less cooperative and more concerned with clientele paying outstanding charges.