Vincent van Gogh: A Life in Letters

Nienke Bakker

ISBN 10: 0500094241 / ISBN 13: 9780500094242

Verlag: Thames and Hudson Ltd, GB, 2020

Vincent van Gogh's letters have long been prized as some of the most valuable documents in the world of art. Not only do they throw light on Van Gogh's own complex and intriguing character, they enlighten the whole creative process as seen through his eyes. Here we can observe Van Gogh's thoughts and opinions at first hand, as well as his close ties with his brother Theo, his sometimes troubled relationships with friends and fellow artists, his personal doubts and fears, and above all his overriding passion for his art. This is not only an immense treasure trove of biographical and art-historical information, it provides a lasting pleasure as a personal written testimony to a life consecrated to art. Vincent van Gogh: A Life in Letters belongs on the shelves of every reader in search of self-revelatory documents of one of the greatest creative minds. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LU-9780500094242

Inhaltsangabe:

This captivating collection of Vincent van Gogh’s letters opens a window into the mind of one of history’s greatest artists. Giving rare insight into his complicated relationships with family, friends, and other fellow artists, the letters describe his personal doubts, fears, and above all his overriding passion for his art. Introductions by the letters editors from the Van Gogh Museum highlight the most recent discoveries and theories surrounding Van Gogh’s work and personal history. Illustrated with original manuscript letters, sketches, paintings, and photographs of correspondents, this book brings Van Gogh’s story and work to life.Vincent van Gogh: A Life in Letters

Über die Autorinnen und Autoren: Nienke Bakker is senior curator at the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam.

Leo Jansen is Curator of Paintings at the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam.

Hans Luijten is Curator of Research at the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Vincent van Gogh: A Life in Letters
Verlag: Thames and Hudson Ltd, GB
Erscheinungsdatum: 2020
Einband: Hardback
Zustand: New