Studio of the South : Van Gogh in Provence by Martin Bailey 9780711268180

Studio of the South : Van Gogh in Provence

£18.99 GBP
£18.99 GBP
Martin Bailey has authored several captivating books delving into Vincent van Gogh's life...
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Martin Bailey has authored several captivating books delving into Vincent van Gogh's life in France, where the artist produced his most remarkable masterpieces. As Johan van Gogh, the grandson of Theo (Vincent's brother), aptly states, "Martin Bailey has written some of the most interesting books on Vincent's life in France, where he produced his greatest work." The book titled "Studio of the South" chronicles Van Gogh's sojourn in Arles, a period when his artistic prowess reached its zenith.

For Van Gogh, the southern region of France was an exhilarating, vibrant land brimming with life. Inspired by the breathtaking landscapes, he ventured into the hills, capturing their essence on canvas. During the sweltering summer months, he painted harvest scenes, infusing them with a palpable energy. He visited a fishing village, where he laid eyes on the Mediterranean Sea for the first time, fervently translating its beauty into vivid brushstrokes. Van Gogh immortalised portraits of friends and locals, as well as captivating floral still life paintings, culminating in the now-iconic Sunflowers. He rented the Yellow House, gradually transforming it into an "artist's house," and extended an invitation to Paul Gauguin to join him there. This encounter would profoundly impact both artists.

They painted side by side, their collaboration ultimately reaching a dramatic and tragic conclusion a few months later. The difficulties Van Gogh faced led him to the eventual decision to seek refuge at the asylum in Saint-Remy. Grounded in extensive original research, the book unveils groundbreaking discoveries that shed new light on the legendary artist, offering a definitive account of his fifteen months in Provence. This includes his time at the Yellow House, his collaboration with Gauguin, and the shocking and tragic denouement of their partnership.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9780711268180
Book Author: Martin Bailey
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Frances Lincoln
Book Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
Book Dimensions: 246 x 364 x 19 cm
Book Publication Date: 2021-06-07
Book Pagination: 224 pages, 120 colour illustrations
Book Weight: 786g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

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