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The The Sunflowers are Mine

By (author) Martin Bailey
Format: Hardback
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC, United Kingdom
Imprint: Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd
Published: 5th Sep 2013
Dimensions: w 190mm h 254mm d 31mm
Weight: 1025g
ISBN-10: 0711232989
ISBN-13: 9780711232983
Barcode No: 9780711232983
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Synopsis
This is the story of one of the world's most iconic images. Martin Bailey explains why Van Gogh painted a series of sunflower still lifes in Provence. He then explores the subsequent adventures of the seven pictures, and their influence on modern art. Through the Sunflowers, we gain fresh insights into Van Gogh's life and his path to fame. Based on original research, the book is packed with discoveries - throwing new light on the legendary artist.

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'fascinating facts about the varied adventuresof the different versions of the Sunflowers and demonstrates with passion their great impact.' The Art Newspaper 'as crammed with interest and colour as the paintings it describes, recounting as well their ascent from little-regarded works to among the most popular of pictures.' The Tablet 'lucidly written and beautifully produced book ... Mr Bailey's wonderful book ... helps us to understand these great works more clearly than ever before." -- Michael Hall Country Life 'the scrupulously researched narrative contains a number of fresh insights.' Art Quarterly 'a handsome book, well organised and beautifully-produced, its generous colour illustrations fully supporting the original research ... even those well versed in Van Gogh will find surprises in it.' -- Frances Spalding The Guardian "the scrupulously researched narrative contains a number of fresh insights." Art Quarterly 'Bailey's book is one that everyone interested in Van Gogh will want to own.' The Spectator 'a masterful overview of these cherished paintings ...I found The Sunflowers Are Mine to be extremely rewarding. A rich and praiseworthy study of these remarkable art works. Martin Bailey's many books and articles focusing on Van Gogh are well known and hugely respected. The Sunflowers Are Mine are a valuable and welcome addition to his work. A must-read.' -- David Brooks www.vggallery.com 'a genuinely enthralling book' The Art Newsletter