Japanese Prints: The Collection of Vincent van Gogh

Name: Japanese Prints: The Collection of Vincent van Gogh
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9780500239896
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Japanese Prints: The Collection of Vincent van Gogh explores the profound influence that Japanese woodblock prints had on Van Gogh's work and artistic vision. This art book delves into the stylistic features and themes of Japanese prints that captivated Van Gogh and inspired elements in his paintings. It provides an insightful look into how Van Gogh's collection reflects the cross-cultural exchange between East and West during his time.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the intersection of Western and Eastern art, particularly how Japanese prints influenced Vincent van Gogh's iconic works. Exploring a rich collection of Japanese art, it offers insights into how these prints shaped Van Gogh's artistic vision, providing a unique blend of cultural exchange and creativity.

Showcases and analyses Van Gogh’s collection of Japanese prints, exploring the key role they played in his creative output.

Showcases and analyses highlights from Van Gogh's collection of Japanese prints, exploring the key role they played in his creative output

Description

In the winter of 1886-87, during his stay in Paris, Vincent van Gogh bought 660 Japanese prints at the art gallery of Siegfried Bing. His aim was to start dealing in them, but the exhibition he organized in the café-restaurant Le Tambourin was a total failure. However, he was now able to study his collection at ease and in close-up, and he gradually became captivated by their colourful, cheerful and unusual imagery.

When he left for Arles, he took some prints with him, but the core remained in Paris with his brother Theo. Although some prints were later given away, the collection did not disperse. This book reveals new analyses of the collection, now held in the Van Gogh Museum, given as a long-term loan from the Vincent van Gogh Foundation. The authors delve into its history, and the role the prints played in Van Gogh's creative output. The book is illustrated with over 100 striking highlights from the collection.

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Japanese Prints: The Collection of Vincent van Gogh is praised for its fascinating insights into the artistic influences on van Gogh. It is noted for being richly illustrated and beautifully designed, offering readers an informative exploration of van Gogh's unique engagement with Japanese art.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500239896

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: 170 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

Foreword by Axel Rüger
Foreword by Marije Vellekoop

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 290.0mm

Weight: 1290g

Pages: 224

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction

About the Author

Axel Rüger is Director of the Van Gogh Museum. Marije Vellekoop is the Van Gogh Museum’s Head of Collections, Research and Presentation.