Van Gogh

by David Spence

A Comprehensive, informative and highly readable introduction to the world of Van Gogh.

Part of an 10 book art history series, featuring some of the world's most well known and popular artists. Beautiful images allow the reader to see the various works that the artists created during the different stages of their lives. Engaging accounts of the people and inspiration behind some of the world's most famous paintings.

Books in the Essential Artist series Cezanne, Gaugiun, Monet, Renoir, Degas, Manet, Michelangelo, Picasso,Van Gogh, Rembrandt

Genres: Nonfiction, History, Art

31 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 1997

Reviews

[ayşnr._.r · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fazla detaya girilmeden yüz üstü anlatılan ama yine de çoğu yerde bulamayacağımız bilgiler içeren minik bir kitap. Bilinen ve çok konuşulan resimlerin geri planında kalan figürleri inceliyor, sadece sanatçıyı değil aynı zamanda yaşadığı dönemi ve sanatı da ele alıyor. Bu bakımdan bilmediğim çok fazla şey öğrenmiş oldum. David Spence genel olarak "Van Gogh" kim bize anlatmış. Sanatçının hayatını merak edenler için güzel bir kitap.

[Amalie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Despite the brevity, this (30-page) book contains information one cannot find in many dense books about Vincent Van Gogh and his extraordinary world of art and inspiration.

David Spence explores the figures in the background of known and widely spoken pictures, not only the artist but also the period and the art he lived at the same time. Spence explains how his work spoke to his era, and how it fits into the larger tradition of Western painting. In this regard, I learned many things I did not know. It's a good book for those who are curious about Van Gogh's artistic soul.

[Katandra Shanel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great introduction to Van Gogh. Sad how brilliance is often misunderstood & ostracized. I am encouraged to go the extra mile when it comes to supporting my little Van Gogh. Great read. 5 stars.

[Catalina Mendoza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sencillamente me encantó. Para los que quiere iniciar en el mundo de la pintura 🎨, en la historia y vida de Van Gogh, este es el libro perfecto, es corto pero muy puntual. Este libro te lleva desde los inicios hasta el día de hoy sobre la vida del artista, sobre sus aciertos y desaciertos; también puedes encontrar unas fotografías maravillosas que ayudan a que la lectura no sea solo informativa si no que es muy placentero leerlo; esta guía práctica te lleva a entender con más claridad la cronología del artista y sus obras 🌌.

[Kemp]

A short book highlighting Van Gogh’s most famous paintings while framing his artwork with the era, other artists, and the various art movements. I read this after finishing Van Gogh: The Life, and found it quick and informative after a deep dive into Van Gogh’s life.

Perfect for a quick synopsis, 3.5 Goodread stars.

[Gabriela Benavides · Rating 3 out of 5]

Es una biografía de Van Gogh muy bien resumida. Se centra en su lucha con la vida y su arte. La calidad de imagen es muy buena.