But obviously I’ve painted a lot more other studies or paintings in all this time. Among other things this summer, two flower-pieces with nothing but Sunflowers in a yellow earthenware pot. Painted with the three chrome yellows, yellow ochre and Veronese green and nothing else.
Letter 740
From: Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890)
To: Arnold Koning (1860-1945)
Date: Arles (France), on or about Tuesday 22 januari 1889 (http://vangoghletters.org/vg/letters/let740/letter.html)
Private Guided Tour of the Vincent van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam
Every day, visitors from around the world flock to the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, often forming long lines and creating a lively mix of languages. They come to pay tribute to the extraordinary artist Vincent van Gogh—the “Sunflower Painter,” as his fellow artists once called him.
For anyone wishing to dive deep into Van Gogh’s life and iconic works, a visit to the Van Gogh Museum is essential. Home to the world’s largest collection of Van Gogh’s art, this museum offers an unparalleled look into his creative journey and legacy. And for the true Van Gogh enthusiast, a follow-up visit to the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo—housing the second largest collection of his works—is a must.
Vincent van Gogh Museum: Private Highlights Tour
Highlights of the Vincent van Gogh Museum Tour:
Vincent van Gogh Highlights Tour: Private Guided Tour at the Van Gogh Museum
Our Vincent van Gogh Highlights Tour offers a comprehensive look at the artist’s life, his rapid artistic development, and the unique path he took as a largely self-taught painter. Despite only working as an artist for 10 years, Van Gogh produced an extraordinary number of paintings and drawings, reflecting his intense dedication and work ethic. On this tour, we’ll explore his artistic journey, the materials he used, and the art theories that shaped his work.
Known for his prolific letter-writing, Van Gogh left a rich record of his thoughts and experiences, giving us unparalleled insight into his life and work. We’ll delve into his biography, tracing his travels across the Netherlands, Belgium, and France—from his early Dutch landscapes to the vivid masterpieces created in France. Van Gogh’s journey also includes time spent in The Hague, London, and Paris as a young gallery employee, long before he began his artistic career.
Together, we’ll follow this imaginary route, discovering the places where he lived and worked, and discussing the artworks he created along the way. We’ll also address the myths surrounding him: Did he truly sell only one painting in his lifetime? Was he really an unknown artist? And what really happened with his ear?
This Private Guided Highlights Tour can be booked for 1.5 or 2 hours in person, or as a 90-minute Virtual Online Tour, perfect for enjoying from home with friends and family.
Attribution Photo of the Vincent van Gogh Museum at the top of this page:
Taxiarchos228, Van Gogh Museum Amsterdam, CC BY-SA 3.0
