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Vincent's Gardens

Paintings and Drawings by Van Gogh

Ralph Skea author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Thames & Hudson Ltd

Published:14th Feb '11

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A glorious giftbook celebrating Van Gogh’s lifelong love affair with the garden

Presents Van Goghs lifelong love affair with the garden. This title illustrates a range of works, from iconic oils such as Irises to exquisite etchings and intimate sketches.This glorious gift book presents Van Gogh’s lifelong love affair with the garden. Illustrated with an extraordinary range of works, from iconic oils such as Irises to exquisite etchings and intimate sketches, the book is a visual feast. The images are illuminated by a sensitive commentary, which augments the well-known facts of Van Gogh’s life by exploring the importance of the garden locations he sought out wherever he went.

'Constant, though, is the thrilling intensity of Van Gogh’s engagement with the gardens, backyards, parks and allotments he encountered … teases out all the creative and psychological implications' - The Scotsman
'A fresh perspective on Van Gogh’s artistic evolution towards his vibrant and vividly coloured style' - Metro
'The perfect gift for Van Gogh fans and garden lovers alike' - Daily Express

ISBN: 9780500238776

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 520g

112 pages