Van Gogh in Auvers-sur-Oise: His Final Months

Van Gogh in Auvers-sur-Oise: His Final Months provides an insightful exploration of Vincent van Gogh's prolific output during the last seventy days of his life, showcasing seventy-four paintings and over thirty drawings created in this intense period leading up to his tragic death on July 29, 1890. This book highlights masterpieces such as the Portrait of Dr Gachet, The Church at Auvers, and Wheatfield with Crows, while also shedding light on lesser-known works that deserve recognition alongside his celebrated sunny landscapes from southern France. Through essays by leading Van Gogh experts, readers gain a deeper understanding of the artist's ambitions and mental state during his time in Auvers-sur-Oise, as well as his engagement with the local landscape, flower still lifes, and portraits. The publication is richly illustrated with 220 color images, including drawings, sketches, historical photographs, and detailed maps of Van Gogh's working locations, alongside works by artists he admired. Van Gogh in Auvers-sur-Oise: His Final Months is an essential resource for anyone interested in the final chapter of this iconic artist's life and work.