Vincent van Gogh
Vincent van Gogh
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Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch painter who was active during the late 19th century. His innovative style combined elements of naturalism, Impressionism and Japanese styles such as ukiyo-e, and his work generally focused on peasant life and the joys of nature. However, he also struggled with depression and remained virtually unknown during his lifetime. In just 50 minutes, you will find out how he came to be one of the best-loved artists of all time.
This clear and straightforward guide will provide you with a discussion of Van Gogh’s most important works, including The Starry Night, The Potato Eaters and The Sunflowers. It also features a full biography, an introduction to the historical context in which his work was produced, and an examination of his influence on later artistic movements, giving you all the essential information about one of the most significant painters in the history of art.
About Vincent van Gogh
Vincent van Gogh was born into a Dutch family of preachers and art dealers, and tried his hand at both of the traditional family businesses before discovering his vocation as a painter. However, his unconventional style was unappreciated during his lifetime, and his reputation was further undermined by his struggles with alcoholism and depression. He died in relative obscurity from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in 1890, but his work became exceptionally popular in the following decades, to such an extent that multiple modern art movements, including Fauvism and Expressionism, were directly inspired by his work.
This insightful and accessible 74-page book is structured as follows:
- Introduction to Vincent van Gogh
- Social, political and historical context
- The calm after the storm
- Modern life vs. rural life
- The rise of realism
- The influence of Impressionism
- Biography of Vincent van Gogh
- A family of artists and preachers
- Seeking solace in painting
- Painting the sunlight
- An illustrious legacy
- Characteristics of Van Gogh’s work
- A naturalist style
- The influence of the “floating world”
- Bursts of color
- Capturing the spirit of the artist
- Notable works
- The Potato Eaters
- The Sower
- The Sunflowers
- The Starry Night
- Bedroom in Arles
- Van Gogh’s legacy
- Summary
Product details
ISBN | 9782808011280 |
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Publisher | Plurilingua Publishing |
Series | 50MINUTES.COM – Art and Literature |
Format | |
Pages | 74 |
File size | 6.6 MB |