A Short Biography of Vincent van Gogh
A Short Biography of Vincent van Gogh
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Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) is one of the most widely recognized artists in the world. Although he only painted for 10 years, he made hundreds of vibrant paintings that fit no mold and were an artistic revolution as well as the illustration of his own life. Among his most renowned works are Irises, Starry Night, and paintings of sunflowers.
The Short Biographies series features short, intriguing, and entertaining biographies of world-renowned figures. Each beautiful hardcover book includes an interesting retelling of a single person's life, suitable for young adults and adults alike. These little gems will become beloved souvenirs of a favorite artist or a memorable trip to the museum.
- Written by Susan DeLand
About the Artist, Vincent van Gogh
About the Artist, Vincent van Gogh
Vincent van Gogh (born March 30, 1853, Zundert, Netherlands—died July 29, 1890, Auvers-sur-Oise, near Paris, France) was a Dutch post-impressionist painter who posthumously became one of the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art.
In a decade, he created about 2,100 artworks, including around 860 oil paintings, most of which date from the last two years of his life. They include landscapes, still lifes, portraits and self-portraits, and are characterized by bold colors and dramatic, impulsive and expressive brushwork that contributed to the foundations of modern art. He was not commercially successful, and his death at 37 came after years of mental illness, depression and poverty.
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Product Details
Product Details
- Product Type: Biography, Hardcover
- 32 pages
- Shipping Dimensions:
6.8
× 4.3 × 0.25
inches
(17.3 × 10.9 × 0.6 cm) - Shipping Weight: 0.25 lb (4.0 oz; 113 g)
- SKU010003297 | ISBN: 9781944038113
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