Van Gogh's brother Theo was his confidant and companion, and, in his letters to him, Van Gogh reveals himself as artist and man. Even more than if he had purposely intended to tell his life story, Van Gogh's letters lay bare his deepest feelings, as well as his everyday concerns and his views of the world of art.
Throughout his life, "Vincent Van Gogh" (1853-1890) wrote hundreds of letters, many to his brother Theo. In "Vincent Van Gogh," these letters have been excerpted, newly translated, and set side-by-side with more than 250 of his drawings and paintings.
Vincent van Gogh's story is one of the most ironic in art history. He lived an unhappy and difficult life during which his work received almost no appreciation - finally killing himself by a bullet to the chest, so great was his despair - and is now widely considered one of the most important painters of all time, his works fetching record prices ...
In this short work Henri Nouwen offers a penetrating reflection on the challenge of the spiritual life, especially the call to imitate Christ's example of "downward mobility." This vocation is sorely tested by the constant celebration of "upward mobility," which brings to mind the temptations Christ faced in the wilderness" to be "powerful, ...
The painter, Vincent van Gogh (1853-90) was also an accomplished writer, and this collection of his letters provides both a self-portrait and a picture of the contemporary cultural scene. The book includes complete letters wherever possible, linked with passages of connecting narrative and showing all the pen-and-ink sketches that originally went ...
In the tradition of Monet's Table, delectable menus and mouth-watering recipes inspired and accompanied by the renowned paintings van Gogh completed during his stay at Provence. Eight inspired menus--with easy-to-find ingredients--include suggestions for selecting a location and activities.
This unique group of paintings is from the extraordinary collection of the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam, home to the single greatest assemblage of the artist's paintings, drawings, and letters. The collection is based on works acquired directly from the artist by his brother Theo, an art dealer and the source of Vincent's financial and emotional ...
A unique picture book that pairs the vibrant, colourful paintings of Vicent van Gogh with the artist's own words, taken from a letter to his brother Theo. Simple rhyming text intoduces children to the colurful world of art and the concept of colour. This book will appeal to lovers of art of all ages.
A handy, inexpensive and beautiful pocket-sized notebook. Its front and back covers are adorned with a full-color reproduction of van Gogh's 1889 floral masterpiece "Irises." 64 blank pages.
Vincent van Gogh evolved a vibrant technique, characterized by bold, slashing strokes. This collection of bookmarks includes details from 12 of his most revolutionary works, among them "Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear," "Sunflowers," "Starry Night," "Cafe Terrace on the Place du Forum," "Arles," "At Night," "Irises," "The Night Cafe," and ...
One of the most important and powerful works in the literature of art, this critically acclaimed classic is now available in a boxed set edition with all the original text and illustrations. Articulate, intimate, written with honest directness, these letters lay bare the events of van Gogh's dramatic life, providing remarkable insights into the ...
Letters to an Artist From Vincent van Gogh to Anton Ridder van Rappard 1881-1885 Translated from the Dutch by Rela van Messel With an Introduction by Walter Pach Published by the Viking Press, New York 1936 FIRST PUBLISHED IN SEPTEMBER 1936 COPYRIGHT 1936 BY THE VIKING PRESS, INC, PRINTED IN U. S. A. BY THE HADDON CRAFTSMEN AQXJATONE ILLUSTRATIONS ...
This lush volume accompanies an important exhibition opening in February 2003 at the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam, marking the 150th anniversary of the birth of Vincent van Gogh. It brings together the paintings that inspired him--by such masters as Rembrandt and Rubens, Corot and Courbet, Monet and Gauguin--with dozens of his own works, creating an ...
Containing 16 full-color, poster-sized foldouts, this book features reproductions of the best-known paintings by the Dutch artist whose work continually breaks records at auctions. A tour of Van Gogh's portraits will travel to many American museums throughout 2000 and 2001. 41 color reproductions.
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