Prestel Van Gogh : The Essential Paintings

Van Gogh's brilliant colors and expressive brush strokescome vibrantly to life in this sumptuous book that featuresapproximately fifty of his most important works in generousaccordion-fold pages.The large-format reproductions, printedon heavy stock, are presented chronologically, allowingfor a close study of Van Gogh’s development as an artist.Inaddition to his more well-known works, such as Irises, TheStarry Night, Sunflowers, The Bedroom, Almond Blossom andWheatfield with Crows, readers will also discover how heexperimented with landscape, still life and portraiture andhow his influences changed over his brief but prolific career toembrace Impressionism, Neo-Classicism, and Pointillism, andincorporated elements of Symbolism as well as the techniquesof Japanese woodcuts. An accompanying booklet features thumbnails of each paintingalong with captions that highlight key elements, as well as abrief appraisal of his life and work.Both volumes are encasedin a sturdy slipcase. The set is a must-have for fans of Van Goghand an excellent resource for understanding why he remains oneof the world’s most beloved painters.