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Vincent's Gardens Ralph Skea

Vincent's Gardens By Ralph Skea

Vincent's Gardens by Ralph Skea


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Summary

Presents Van Goghs lifelong love affair with the garden. This title illustrates a range of works, from iconic oils such as Irises to exquisite etchings and intimate sketches.

Vincent's Gardens Summary

Vincent's Gardens: Paintings and Drawings by Van Gogh by Ralph Skea

This glorious gift book presents Van Gogh's lifelong love affair with the garden. Illustrated with an extraordinary range of works, from iconic oils such as Irises to exquisite etchings and intimate sketches, the book is a visual feast. The images are illuminated by a sensitive commentary, which augments the well-known facts of Van Gogh's life by exploring the importance of the garden locations he sought out wherever he went.

Vincent's Gardens Reviews

'Constant, though, is the thrilling intensity of Van Gogh's engagement with the gardens, backyards, parks and allotments he encountered ... teases out all the creative and psychological implications' - The Scotsman
'A fresh perspective on Van Gogh's artistic evolution towards his vibrant and vividly coloured style' - Metro
'The perfect gift for Van Gogh fans and garden lovers alike' - Daily Express

About Ralph Skea

Ralph Skea is a former Senior Lecturer at the University of Dundee, Scotland. He is the author of Vincent's Gardens, Vincent's Trees, Monet's Trees and Vincent's Portraits, all published by Thames & Hudson.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Life happens above all in the garden * 1 Vincent's Love of Gardens * 2 Vincent's Dutch Gardens, 1881-85 * 3 Vincent's Parisian Gardens, 1886-88 * 4 Vincent's Provencal Gardens, 1888-90 * 5 Vincent's Gardens in Auvers, 1890 * Bibliography * List of quotations * List of illustrations

Additional information

GOR004603582
9780500238776
0500238774
Vincent's Gardens: Paintings and Drawings by Van Gogh by Ralph Skea
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Thames & Hudson Ltd
20110214
112
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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