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Van Gogh Tormented by Youths
- Vincent Van Gogh was once tormented by a group of youths led by René Suquetton who mocked and physically harassed him.
- Despite the cruelty, Van Gogh continued to paint, eventually creating one of his last works, wheat-field with crows.
Tragic Disconnect in Van Gogh's Life
- Despite creating thousands of artworks, Van Gogh lived a life marked by commercial failure and suffering.
- Today, his artworks are among the most influential and expensive in the world, highlighting a tragic disconnect during his life.
Early Development of Artistic Eye
- Van Gogh had little artistic ability as a child but developed his eye for beauty through collecting beetles and bird nests.
- This early engagement helped develop his sense of discrimination in appreciating the natural world.