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Vincent Willem van Gogh (Dutch: [ˈvɪnsɛnt ˈʋɪləɱ‿vɑŋ‿ˈɣɔx] ⓘ; 30 March 1853 – 29 July 1890) was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art.
Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) is world-famous. Learn about Van Gogh's life, read his letters, explore his paintings and drawings, and other masterpieces.
Jun 29, 2024 · Vincent van Gogh (born March 30, 1853, Zundert, Netherlands—died July 29, 1890, Auvers-sur-Oise, near Paris, France) was a Dutch painter, generally considered the greatest after Rembrandt van Rijn, and one of the greatest of the Post-Impressionists.
Apr 3, 2014 · Vincent van Gogh was one of the world’s greatest artists, with paintings such as ‘Starry Night’ and ‘Sunflowers,’ though he was unknown until after his death.
1853 - 1890. Image: Detail from Vincent Van Gogh, 'Self Portrait with Bandaged Ear', 1889 London, Courtauld Institute Gallery © Photo: Bridgeman Art Library, London. Van Gogh is today one of the most popular of the Post-Impressionist painters, although he was not widely appreciated during his lifetime.
For Van Gogh, her image transcended portraiture, symbolically resonating as a modern Madonna; of its palette, which ranges from ocher to vermilion and malachite, Van Gogh expressed his desire that it “sing a lullaby with color,” underscoring the expressive role of color in his art.
Enjoy Vincent van Gogh's masterpieces such as Sunflowers, Almond Blossom, Wheatfields, and The Bedroom. See exhibitions, join guided tours, workshops, and many more activities.
