Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890)
Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890)
Early LifeVincent loved to draw as a childThough he did not paint until he was about 20 years old.Grew up very poorFather was a preacher in the Netherlands.
Van Goghs Brother Theo
Vincent worked as an art dealer with Theo for a short timeThen moved to Amsterdam to pursue painting.We know about Vincents adult life because of his letters to Theo.Letters to Theo
A Troubled ManOften admitted himself to the Sanitarium for mental rest.Usually misunderstood.Painted some of his best work while visiting there.
Starry NightFamous for heavy brushstrokes & color
Starry Night Over the Rhone
Don McClean Vincenthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dipFMJckZOM{Sunflowerspainted in the sanitarium
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Last Painting: Wheat Field with Crows
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