Stories
How did Vincent van Gogh become such a famous artist? What were his dreams and ambitions? Read the stories and learn more about his life and work.
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Van Gogh’s Sunflowers
Why did Vincent van Gogh paint som many Sunflowers? Where are these paintings? What do sunflowers symbolise? Discover fascinating facts about Vincent van Gogh’s Sunflowers.
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Van Gogh’s Letters
Vincent van Gogh was a passionate letter writer. By far the most letters are to his brother Theo, his best friend and loyal supporter. Find out more about their correspondence.
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The Last Days of Vincent van Gogh
Vincent van Gogh died on 29 July 1890, just two months after arriving in Auvers-sur-Oise. What happened?
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Where is ‘The Starry Night’?
Van Gogh's rolling night sky full of bright stars is probably one of the world's most famous artworks. Where do you have to go to see this painting?
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Vincent’s Illness and the Healing Power of Art
Vincent van Gogh cut off his left ear just before Christmas, 1888. How did he deal with his mental condition during this difficult time?
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5x Van Gogh’s Self-Portraits
Vincent made many self-portraits. They tell us that he had red hair, green eyes and an angular face. Yet each of those faces is different.
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