
In Our Time
Vincent van Gogh
Jan 18, 2024
Guests discuss Vincent van Gogh's famous works and his battle with mental health. Topics include his early life and family background, fascination with sunflowers, difficult collaborators, time in the asylum, self portraits, compelling biography, changing colors, and upcoming exhibition at the National Gallery.
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- Vincent van Gogh's difficult upbringing and religious background played a significant role in shaping his artistic journey.
- Van Gogh's self-portraits, intense use of color, and experimentation with different techniques contributed to his unique artistic style.
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Vincent van Gogh's early life
Vincent van Gogh had a difficult childhood and was raised in a predominantly Catholic area by strict Protestant parents. He showed an early interest in drawing and was introduced to art by his family. At the age of 16, he joined an art dealership in The Hague.
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