Who Shot Van Gogh?: Facts and Counterfacts about the World's Most Famous Artist

This book presents an imaginative collection of statements that challenge our understanding of Vincent van Gogh’s mythologized existence. Van Gogh, one of the world’s most famous artist, has contradictory portrayals. Art historians, filmmakers, journalists, psychologists, and conspiracy theorists offer diverse theories about his life and work. He’s been described as a suffering genius, a nature lover, a violent man, and more. Where does the truth lie, and where does the myth begin?

The author presents fact and fiction about the artist, offering new insights into his work and legacy. This makes for a good gift for art lovers and museumgoers, it challenges received ideas about the man and his work.

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