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The Sunflowers are Mine

The Story of Van Gogh's Masterpiece
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This is the story of one of the world's most iconic images. Martin Bailey explains why Van Gogh painted a series of sunflower still lifes in Provence. He then explores the subsequent adventures of the seven pictures, and their influence on modern art. Through the sunflowers,... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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Leading specialist on Van Gogh Martin Bailey explains how and why Van Gogh created the iconic Sunflowers paintings.

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This is the story of one of the world's most iconic images. Martin Bailey explains why Van Gogh painted a series of sunflower still lifes in Provence. He then explores the subsequent adventures of the seven pictures, and their influence on modern art.

Through the sunflowers, we gain fresh insights into Van Gogh's life and his path to fame. Based on original research, the book is packed with discoveries, throwing new light on the legendary artist.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781836002697

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 October 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln

Illustration: photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 256

About the Author

MARTIN BAILEY is a leading specialist on Van GoghΒ and an arts journalist. He is a London-based correspondent for The Art Newspaper. Bailey has curated several exhibitions on Van Gogh including one at Tate Britain in 2019. His books include The Sunflowers Are Mine: The Story of Van Gogh's Masterpiece, Studio of the South: Van Gogh in Provence,Β Starry Night: Van Gogh at the Asylum and Van Gogh's Finale:Β Auvers and the Artist's Rise to Fame​.

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