Vincent Van Gogh
Step into the vibrant world of Vincent William van Gogh, the Dutch post-impressionist painter whose name has become synonymous with the very essence of Western art. Born on March 30, 1853, van Gogh’s journey through the realm of art is nothing short of extraordinary. In just over a decade, he poured his soul into crafting a staggering 2,100 artworks, a collection that includes around 860 mesmerizing oil paintings.
What sets van Gogh’s work apart is a dynamic interplay of bold, dramatic colors, reflecting impulsive and expressive brushstrokes that would come to redefine the very foundations of modern art. Yet, beneath this brilliance lay a deeply troubled soul. Commercial success eluded him during his lifetime, leaving him mired in years of depression and poverty. Tragically, at the tender age of 37, van Gogh succumbed to his inner demons.