Why is Van Gogh so popular today?

After more than 130 years, the legacy that Vincent Van Gogh left behind is increasingly valuable in terms of commerce, art, and public coverage and influence.

Vincent Van Gogh is considered one of the most influential artists of all time. But his talent was only recognized after his death at the age of 37.

Up to now, after more than 130 years, the legacy he left behind has increasingly increased in value in terms of commerce, art, and public coverage and influence.

According to Huckleberry Fine Art, there are many reasons for the Dutch artist's enduring popularity, including the tragic life story of a genius and his unique artistic style.

The tragedy of genius

Today, the works that Vincent Van Gogh left behind are considered priceless in terms of art. Works known to the world include “The Starry Night” (1889), “Sunflowers” ​​(1889) and “The Sad Man” (1890).

In a career that lasted only 10 years, Van Gogh created 2,100 works of art, a number that would astound anyone.

But ironically, until his death by suicide in 1990, Van Gogh only officially sold a single painting.

His life was a series of tragedies, poverty, mental instability and psychological disorders. In his later years, he struggled with bipolar disorder, cut off his own ear and eventually took his own life.

Before becoming a painter at the age of 27, Van Gogh had no purpose in life. He tried many jobs to make a living but failed.

In 1878, at the age of 25, Van Gogh went to Brussels (Belgium) to attend a short training course for those who wanted to become missionaries. However, after 3 months of testing, he was judged too bad and was not accepted.

However, later that year he decided to go to the Borinage mines in Belgium to become a self-styled preacher, lecturing to the poor workers. It was during this time that he found himself “working hard in a serious way” and creating his first works of art.

“The Starry Night” is the most famous painting by the Dutch artist.

But Vincent's religious pursuits eventually failed. In the late summer of 1880, he declared himself an artist.

In letters to his brother Theo, an art dealer and patron, Vincent described how he began to explore the possibilities of the pencil, expressing his dedication to art.

But during his lifetime, his work was not highly appreciated. The famous artist lived in poverty, having to “trade” his paintings to his younger brother for food and paint.

After Vincent passed away in July 1890, Theo had a desire to make his ill-fated brother's paintings famous, so that his talent would be known to more people. Unfortunately, Theo also passed away 6 months later due to illness.

Theo's wife, Jo Van Gogh-Bonger, was the one who carried out that wish, by selling some of Vincent's works and sending many other paintings to exhibitions, contributing greatly to making them widely known as they are today.

In a circa 1962-1963 article published in the Bulletin of the Detroit Institute of Arts, University of Chicago Art History Professor Joshua C Taylor assessed that “Van Gogh’s work was based on his emotions, and thus resonated with viewers decades after his death,” according to the Daily Beast.

Taylor emphasizes that Van Gogh had a “short but intense career as an artist.”

Reflection of the dark corners of the soul

According to Huckleberry Fine Art, the most important thing that makes Van Gogh - a Post-Impressionist artist - and his works famous to this day is his unique, one-of-a-kind artistic style,

Van Gogh's style is instantly recognizable, unlike anything else created during his time.

His bold brushstrokes, vibrant colors, and often disjointed compositions challenged the conventions of traditional art.

While some critics have criticized Van Gogh's work as "too wild" and "chaotic," others have praised the uniqueness he created.

Van Gogh in self-portrait after cutting off his left ear. Photo: artcyclopedia.

In addition to his unique style, Van Gogh's use of color was also very innovative. He was one of the first artists to use what is now known as “chromotherapy,” or the intentional use of color to heal and balance the body, mind, and spirit.

Van Gogh believed that color could be used to express emotions and convey messages.

Vincent's use of color is often bold and intense, which helps to give his paintings emotional power. In addition, the artist's emotional honesty is also evident in his art.

Van Gogh was not afraid to explore the dark corners of his soul, and his paintings often reflected his own inner turmoil.

His willingness to be vulnerable and honest about his emotions made him a relatable and sympathetic figure, even to those who did not understand his art.

Today, Van Gogh remains one of the most famous and respected artists in the world.

His unique style, expressive use of color, and emotional honesty continue to resonate with viewers, making him a timeless and indispensable figure in art history.

According to znews.vn

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