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The Letters of Vincent Van Gogh (Penguin Classics)

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But I always admired his paintings for being decorative, for the bright colors, distinct style, and textures. Most of all, however, these letters are immensely valuable for they give a good insight into the artistic view of the painter.

You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.Vincent van Gogh's letters have long been prized as some of the most valuable documents in the world of art. Above all, they stand as an intense personal narrative of artistic development and a unique account of the process of creation. So instead of giving in to despair I chose active melancholy, in so far as I was capable of activity, in other words I chose the kind of melancholy that hopes, that strives and that seeks, in preference to the melancholy that despairs numbly and in distress. I have travelled to many cities in the world to be able to stand in front of his Reality and feel that he is my constant companion in life.

That first edition consisted of three volumes, and was followed in 1952–1954 by a four-volume edition that included additional letters. On the other hand, I now have a much greater understanding of the character and biography of Van Gogh than of any other artist I've ever studied. The mundane realities of XIX century life in a few European countries, as experienced by a rather poor commoner - which is interesting in itself. I may not have had much more access to his artistic thoughts, but I'm able to process his work in a much wider context than I was before. Looking around the house, I see his artworks are certainly prominently represented: I have an umbrella, shoes, T-shirt, and sweatshirt with Van Gogh's paintings.about various works, I have taken notes on works so when I go to look at them I can also reflect on van gogh's feelings about the work. Personal letters seem to be so much more profitable to me as a reader than fiction, or even a biography.

Vincent often wrote the colours on his black-and-white sketches, to give an idea of the colour of the painting. Because it's tremendous, these yellow houses in the sunlight and then the incomparable freshness of the blue. His knowledge of art history is equally impressive, as he, for example, compares Shakespeare’s and Rembrandt’s understanding of human nature.Van Gogh scholar Jan Hulsker wrote of van Gogh's letters, "Vincent was able to express himself splendidly, and it is this remarkable writing talent that has secured the letters their lasting place in world literature". He insists on taking in Sien despite the disapproval of nearly everybody, including his brother and his mentor, Mauve. He also talks of the lonely life of an artist but maintains that an isolated and solitary life is needed for a devoted artist. It has been a fascinating process to be able to follow how he gradually discovered his painting vocation, which happened relatively late.

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