VINCENT VAN GOGH (1853-1890) was a Dutch post-impressionist painter
who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of
Western art. In just over a decade he created about 2,100 artworks,
including around 860 oil paintings, most of which date from the last
two years of his life. They include landscapes, still lifes, portraits
and self-portraits, and are characterized by bold colors and dramatic,
impulsive and expressive brushwork that contributed to the foundations
of modern art. He was not commercially successful, and his death at
age 37 came after years of mental illness and poverty.
Our program at the NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART will cover Vincent van
Gogh’s fascinating life and enduring legacy - including what makes
his artwork so unique and why he became so popular after his death.
The NGA permanent collection holds ten van Gogh paintings (although
some may not be on display at any given time) and thus it’s a great
opportunity to see his work up-close and in-person. We will also
cover the art that influenced van Gogh, and the artists he in turn
influenced.
THE VINCENT VAN GOGH COLLECTION AT THE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART:
https://www.nga.gov/collection/artist-info.1349.htmlworks
[https://www.nga.gov/collection/artist-info.1349.html#works]
VINCENT VAN GOGH ON WIKIPEDIA:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_van_Gogh
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_van_Gogh]
REGISTRATION: As this is a limited space event (and to reduce “no
shows”) there is a $10.00 per person registration-in-advance fee to
attend, with proceeds supporting our Washington, DC History & Culture
non-profit community programs. Full refund if the event is cancelled
or if you change your RSVP to “no” at least 48 hours
beforehand.
You do not need to bring your ticket/confirmation with you. Upon
arrival we’ll just check your name off our RSVP list.
WEATHER: This program is indoors and will thus take place rain or
shine.
MEETING POINT: 2:00 pm sharp inside the Rotunda of the National
Gallery of Art’s West (main) Building. The museum doors open at
10:00 which will give you time to arrive early to look at the other
galleries and use the restroom if needed. Look for a group of
friendly people and your host - wearing a cream-colored scarf.
We’ll be inside the Rotunda for a few minutes before proceeding to
the museum's Impressionism galleries - including Van Gogh in #83.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS: Anything that can’t be answered by the above
event description, Google, or common sense please let us know.
This program is presented by the non-profit community organization
WASHINGTON, DC HISTORY & CULTURE:
“_bringing people together to experience the history and culture of
Washington, DC_.”
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