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The Painter On His Way To Work, Or The Road To Tarascon, August 1888, (1947). Creator
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The Painter On His Way To Work, Or The Road To Tarascon, August 1888, (1947). Creator
The Painter On His Way To Work, Or The Road To Tarascon, August 1888, (1947). Self-portrait, also known as The Painter on the Road to Tarascon, believed to have been destroyed in fire from the Allied bombings of Magdeburg, Germany, during World War II. From " Vincent Van Gogh", by Ludwig Goldscheider and Wilhelm Uhde. [Phaidon Press Ltd, Oxford and London, 1947]
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Arles Darkness Equipment Gogh Gogh Vincent Van Goldscheider Goldscheider Ludwig Ludwig Ludwig Goldscheider Phaidon Press Phaidon Press Ltd Post Impressionism Post Impressionist Provence Provence France Shadow Shadows South Of France Uhde Uhde Wilhelm Van Gogh Van Gogh Vincent Vincent Vincent Van Vincent Van Gogh Vincent Willem Van Gogh Wilhelm Wilhelm Uhde Impressionist Tarascon
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The Painter On His Way To Work, Or The Road To Tarascon
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is a captivating self-portrait by Vincent van Gogh that unfortunately fell victim to the destructive forces of World War II. This particular print, created in 1947, serves as a poignant reminder of the artist's talent and the tragic loss suffered during wartime. In this artwork, Van Gogh depicts himself on his way to work, carrying his painting equipment through the picturesque countryside of Arles in southern France. The vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes characteristic of Van Gogh's post-impressionist style bring life to the scene. The golden fields stretch out before him while trees cast long shadows under the scorching summer sun. The composition exudes a sense of solitude and determination as Van Gogh navigates through nature towards his artistic destination. Despite facing personal struggles with mental health throughout his life, he found solace and purpose in creating art. Regrettably, this particular masterpiece was lost forever due to Allied bombings during World War II. Its destruction serves as a somber reminder not only of the devastating impact war has on human lives but also its ability to erase cultural treasures. Fortunately, we still have prints like this one that allow us to appreciate Van Gogh's genius and reflect upon what might have been if not for such unfortunate circumstances. "The Painter On His Way To Work" stands as a testament to both Van Gogh's enduring legacy and the resilience of art itself amidst adversity.
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