Vincent's Gardens :Paintings and Drawings by Van Gogh

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Vincent's Gardens

Vincent's Gardens :Paintings and Drawings by Van Gogh

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4.08 (13 Ratings by Goodreads)
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Published: 14 February, 2011
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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.
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Type Book
ISBN13 9780500238776
ISBN10 0500238774
Number Of Pages 112
Item Weight 520 g
Publisher / Reseller Thames & Hudson Ltd
Format hardback
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Media Reviews

'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

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Author's Bio

Ralph Skea is a former Senior Lecturer at the University of Dundee, Scotland. He is the author of Vincent’s Gardens, Vincent’s Trees, Monet’s Trees and Vincent’s Portraits, all published by Thames & Hudson.

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