Van Gogh: The Complete Paintings

Today, the works of Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) are among the most well known and celebrated in the world. In paintings such as Sunflowers , The Starry Night , and Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear , we recognize an artist uniquely dexterous in the representation of texture and mood, light and place . Yet in his lifetime, van Gogh battled not only the disinterest of his contemporary audience but also devastating bouts of mental illness . His episodes of depression and anxiety would eventually claim his life, when, in 1890, he committed suicide shortly after his 37th birthday. This comprehensive study of Vincent van Gogh offers a complete catalogue of his 871 paintings , alongside writings and essays , charting the life and work of a master who continues to tower over art to this day. —- ISBN: 9783836572934 | ISBN10: 3836572931 | ISBN-13: 978-3836572934