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Van Gogh's 15 Masterpieces: A Tribute to the Painter of Pure Emotion

publication · 2026-07-29

Connaissance des Arts published a tribute to Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890), who died on July 29 in Auvers-sur-Oise. The article highlights 15 of his most beautiful paintings, spanning from his early work in Nuenen to his final canvases in Auvers-sur-Oise, including his sun-drenched oils in Arles. Influenced by Impressionism and Pointillism, van Gogh produced over 2,000 works. Featured paintings include 'The Potato Eaters', 'Skull of a Skeleton with Burning Cigarette', 'Street Scene in Montmartre', 'Café Terrace at Night', 'The Bedroom', 'Starry Night Over the Rhône', 'L'Arlésienne: Madame Joseph-Michel Ginoux', 'The Prisoners' Round', 'Wheatfield with Crows', 'The Church at Auvers-sur-Oise', and 'Portrait of Dr. Gachet'.

Key facts

  • Vincent van Gogh died on July 29, 1890 in Auvers-sur-Oise.
  • He was influenced by Impressionism and Pointillism.
  • Van Gogh created over 2,000 works.
  • The article lists 15 of his most beautiful paintings.
  • Paintings span from Nuenen to Auvers-sur-Oise, including works from Arles.
  • Featured works include 'The Potato Eaters', 'Starry Night Over the Rhône', and 'Portrait of Dr. Gachet'.
  • The tribute was published by Connaissance des Arts.
  • Van Gogh is described as the painter of pure emotion.

Entities

Artists

  • Vincent van Gogh

Institutions

  • Connaissance des Arts

Locations

  • Auvers-sur-Oise
  • Nuenen
  • Arles
  • Montmartre

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