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Purchase Oil Painting Replica Young Man with Cornflower, 1890 by Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890, Netherlands) | ArtsDot.com

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Young Man with Cornflower

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Size and Media

The painting Young Man with Cornflower is a 39 x 31 cm oil on canvas masterpiece created in 1890. The size of the artwork makes it perfect for any room, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. At ArtsDot, we offer high-quality reproductions of this painting in various sizes to suit your needs.

Style

Vincent Van Gogh's Young Man with Cornflower is an excellent example of Post-Impressionism, a style that emerged in the late 19th century as a reaction against Impressionism. The movement emphasized emotional content, symbolic subject matter, and a vibrant color palette.

Date

This painting was completed by Van Gogh in June 1890, during his stay in Auvers. It is one of the last works he created before his untimely death.

Description of the Image

The portrait features a young man with a serious expression, wearing a blue jacket and a white shirt adorned with cornflowers. The background is filled with swirling brushstrokes in various shades of green and yellow, creating an impression of movement and depth. Van Gogh's masterful use of color and texture adds intensity to the subject's gaze, making it a captivating piece of art.

Vincent Van Gogh: A Brief Overview

Van Gogh was a Dutch painter born in 1853. He is considered one of the most influential artists of all time, known for his innovative use of color and distinctive brushwork. His works include famous paintings such as Starry Night, Sunflowers, and The Bedroom.

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Vincent Van Gogh

Early Life and Influences

Vincent Willem van Gogh, a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter, was born on March 30, 1853, in the Netherlands. His early life was marked by introversion and signs of mental instability. Van Gogh's career began as an art dealer, but he eventually turned to painting in 1881, influenced by modernist trends.

Artistic Evolution

Van Gogh's style evolved significantly after moving to Paris in 1886, where he engaged with avant-garde artists like Émile Bernard and Paul Gauguin. His art brightened, inspired by the local landscape, characterized by vivid depictions of olive groves, wheat fields, and sunflowers.

Key Works and Periods

  • The Seine (Van Gogh series), a collection of paintings capturing the respite from city life found in nature, marked a transition in his work towards more joyous use of color and light.
  • Japonaiserie, a term coined by Van Gogh to express the influence of Japanese art on his works, characterized by bold colors, assertive outlines, and flat regions of uniform color.
  • Tree Roots, a painting showcasing Van Gogh's unique blend of Post-Impressionism and Japanese influences, can be found in the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Rotterdam collection on WahooArt.com.

Legacy and Tragic End

Van Gogh's life was marked by struggles with mental health and poverty. He tragically ended his life on July 29, 1890, at the age of 37. His legacy as a tortured genius has endured, with his works now among the most highly valued in the art world.

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