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Author
Series
Pub. Date
2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Offers a brief introduction to the life and work of nineteenth-century painter Vincent van Gogh, discussing how he developed his artistic style, why he was unsuccessful during his life, how his work became popular decades after his death, and other related topics.
2) Rembrandt
Author
Pub. Date
[1987]
Description
A brief biography of the seventeenth-century Dutch artist accompanies a discussion of thirteen of his works.
4) Rembrandt
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Briefly examines the life and work of the seventeenth-century Dutchman who was one of the greatest artists of all time.
5) Van Gogh
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This Eyewitness Art--Van Gogh, interweaves biography with artistic analysis to provide a complete understanding of van Gogh's character and work.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 5
Description
Traces the life of 19-century Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh, with excerpts from correspondence with his brother Theo and full-color reproductions from his work. Vincent Van Gogh-one of the nineteenth century's most brilliant artists-will forever be remembered as the Dutchman who cut off his ear. This incident underscores the passion that consumed him, a passion that also infused his work. Whether painting a portrait, a landscape, or a still life,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Master of Post-Impressionist Painting This absorbing biography conveys the same passion and energy with which van Gogh painted his masterworks. From his birth in Zundert, the Netherlands and his work in his uncle's art gallery, to his art studies in The Hague and his first important work The Potato Eaters, readers experience the challenges that van Gogh encountered in his life and work. Most importantly, they are immersed in his vibrant, dynamic,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the life and art of nineteenth-century Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, discussing his early years, his decision to become a painter, his struggles with mental illness, and the belated recognition of his work.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 13
Formats
Description
The deep and enduring friendship between Vincent and Theo Van Gogh shaped both brothers' lives. They shared everything, swapping stories of lovers and friends, successes and disappointments, dreams and ambitions. Heiligman draws on the letters Vincent wrote to Theo during his lifetime to weave a tale of two lives intertwined as Theo supported Vincent's struggles to find his path in life.
11) Vincent van Gogh
Author
Pub. Date
1996.
Description
An introduction to the life and art of the nineteenth century Dutch painter.
12) Rembrandt
Author
Pub. Date
2010
Description
Features fine art reproductions and "Movements in Art" fact boxes.
Author
Pub. Date
2011, c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Vincent van Gogh had one true teacher: Nature. Nature taught him about light, shadows, shape, and colors. And he had one single appraiser: his brother Theo. Today Vincent van Gogh is one of the most famous painters in the world.
15) Van Gogh
Author
Series
Description
With reproductions of art masterpieces in full color, this book examines the life and art of Vincent van Gogh and focuses on the cultural developments of the era in which Van Gogh lived.
16) Vincent van Gogh
Author
Pub. Date
[2007]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the life of the renowned Dutch painter and traces the development of his art.