Tag: Vincent Van Gogh
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Exploring Vincent Van Gogh’s 3 Yellow Bedroom Paintings
Some of Vincent Van Gogh’s more iconic paintings are the paintings of his bedroom in the Yellow House in Arles, France. These paintings undoubtedly held special significance to him. The subject of his bedroom was so important to him that Van Gogh was known to paint three paintings of his bedroom. He also wrote to…
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Van Gogh’s Yellow House, 12 Things To Understand About The House
One of Van Gogh’s most iconic paintings is his painting of his beloved Yellow House in Arles, France. Vincent Van Gogh painted the Yellow House, also known as The Street, in May 1888. He also painted several versions of his bedroom in this Yellow house. Today, all these paintings help give us a glimpse into…
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What Are The Similarities And Differences Between Van Gogh And Monet?
Two of the greatest artists living in the late 19th Century were Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet. These two great artists have some similarities and also differences. Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh are two artists that produced art in Europe in the late 19th Century. They are both considered to be two great…
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Did Van Gogh Or Monet Start The Impressionist Movement?
When many think about the Impressionist movement, the names Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh come to mind. However, many are surprised to learn that Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh are not even in the same art movement. Claude Monet is credited for starting the Impressionist art movement, while Vincent Van Gogh is considered…
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About Vincent Van Gogh’s Sunflower Paintings – In His Own Words
Growing up, I remember my mother had a reproduction Van Gogh painting in our kitchen of one of Vincent van Gogh’s sunflower paintings. His sunflower painting is some of his most famous paintings and what many people know him for. We know that Vincent van Gogh loved Sunflowers, so it is no surprise that he…
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Why Vincent Van Gogh Was Not Appreciated During His Lifetime?
Today Vincent Van Gogh is one of the most popular Post-impressionist painters ever to live. Van Gogh is always listed in the top ten artists to have ever lived. Vincent Van Gogh was not widely known or appreciated during his lifetime. Vincent Van Gogh died too young. His style and type of work, including techniques,…
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Vincent Van Gogh Mark Making Techniques, Drawing Media Influences On Art
An artist’s use of materials can directly influence their style of painting. This was particularly true with Vincent Van Gogh and his unique painting style. Vincent Van Gogh used fascinating mark-marking techniques to use materials for his drawings and other media. Van Gogh used pencils, pens, ink, and paints. He also had unique brushstrokes in…
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What Was The Reason For Van Gogh’s Sadness?
We may truly never understand what makes another person sad. But with Vincent van Gogh, we know he had a mental illness, loneliness, depression, and sadness. Vincent van Gogh’s last words were, “The sadness would last forever.” He was known to have bouts of depression and anxiety, and even so, he showed some symptoms of…
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How Does Van Gogh Sign His Paintings?
Vincent Van Gogh signed his paintings in many different ways. It is good to understand exactly how and where he signed his paintings. Vincent Van Gogh usually signed his paintings simply ”Vincent” with a line under his name. Sometimes he would add a date and an inscription if the painting was for a friend. Vincent…
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Why Did Vincent Van Gogh Commit Suicide?
One of the greatest artistic mysteries of the late 19th century is Vincent Van Gogh and his committing suicide. When we read and study Van Gogh’s life, we discover some reasons why he may have taken his own life. Vincent Van Gogh had a mental illness; many believe he was manic-depressive. He was also sad…