Vincent van Gogh: a life in letters/ Ed. by Nienke Bakker, Leo Jansen and Hans Luijten

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TextPublication details: London: Thames & Hudson, 2023Edition: 1st edDescription: 431 p. ; ill. : 20 cmISBN:

9780500296820

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759.9492 BAV

Contents:

1 A man of passions.

2 Beginning as an Artist.

3 Peasant Painter.

4 Becoming a Modern Artist.

5 His best days.

6 Seeking New balance.

Summary: An illustrated selection of Van Gogh's letters, forming an extraordinary window into the life and creative thinking of one of the world's most iconic artists. Vincent van Gogh's letters have long been prized as some of the most valuable documents in the world of art. Not only do they throw light on Van Gogh's own complex and intriguing character, they enlighten the whole creative process as seen through his eyes. Here we can observe Van Gogh's thoughts and opinions at first hand, as well as his close ties with his brother Theo, his sometimes troubled relationships with friends and fellow artists, his personal doubts and fears, and above all his overriding passion for his art

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1 A man of passions.

2 Beginning as an Artist.

3 Peasant Painter.

4 Becoming a Modern Artist.

5 His best days.

6 Seeking New balance.

An illustrated selection of Van Gogh's letters, forming an extraordinary window into the life and creative thinking of one of the world's most iconic artists. Vincent van Gogh's letters have long been prized as some of the most valuable documents in the world of art. Not only do they throw light on Van Gogh's own complex and intriguing character, they enlighten the whole creative process as seen through his eyes. Here we can observe Van Gogh's thoughts and opinions at first hand, as well as his close ties with his brother Theo, his sometimes troubled relationships with friends and fellow artists, his personal doubts and fears, and above all his overriding passion for his art

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