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Quote by Vincent Van Gogh

“I work even in the middle of the day, in the full sunshine, and I enjoy it like a cicada.”

Quote by Vincent Van Gogh

Book:Van Gogh in Arles

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Van Gogh in Arles

This book offers a comprehensive look into the artistic and personal life of Vincent van Gogh while he resided in Arles, showcasing his paintings and letters that reflect his experiences and emotions during this period. more

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Vincent Van Gogh

Vincent Van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter whose work is renowned for its vivid colors and emotional intensity. His paintings, such as 'The Starry Night' and 'Sunflowers', are iconic and have left a significant mark in the history of art. more

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Book:Delphi Complete Works of Vincent van Gogh (Illustrated)

Source: Delphi Complete Works of Vincent van Gogh (Illustrated)

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Source: Etty: The Letters and Diaries of Etty Hillesum, 1941-1943

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Source: An Interrupted Life: The Diaries of Etty Hillesum, 1941-1943