The Yellow House details a nine week period over which the Impressionists Van Gogh and Gauguin created masterpieces and shared living quarters, in Arles, France- mingling with their fellow impressionists It gives greater insight into the symbiotic relationship of Vincent Van Gogh and his brother...as well as his state of mind during the infamous "ear" incident. It also provides a clearer portrait of both artists (Van Gogh and Gauguin) and reveals the difficulties of being an Impressionist Artist amidst Classical Masters. If you love Monet, Manet, Van Gogh, Gauguin this book is definitely worth the read.
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Van Gogh's letters describing his journey as an artist fascinate me. This book goes into more detail and shows other peoples' viewpoints about the brief time he spent with Gauguin sharing a house and studio and painting together. Well written and well worth owning.
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