Vincent Van Gogh: A Self-Portrait in Art and Letters

by Vincent van Gogh

Throughout his life, Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890) wrote hundreds of letters, many to his brother Theo. Theo acted as patron, agent, and sounding board to the artist whose life was fraught with poverty, a struggle for recognition, and alternating fits of madness and lucidity. Van Gogh also corresponded with other family members and fellow artists, including his dear friends Paul Gauguin and Emile Bernard. His letters, originally collected by Theo's...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1579125867
• ISBN13: 9781579125868
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 5.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 10.9" x 12.5"

Customer Reviews

Very nice

It is a pleasure to see Van Gogh's original handwriting in his letters, accompanied by drawings and skecthes. Highly recommended.