Van Gogh. The Complete Paintings (Bibliotheca Universalis)

Vincent van Gogh's destiny is a tragedy in art history. Today, he is considered one of the greatest painters of all time; his exhibitions are always sold out, the museums dedicated to him are prestigious, and his paintings fetch astronomical prices at auction.

Yet, during his lifetime, while he was painting the canvases that would become masterpieces of modern art, van Gogh not only had to face the indifference of his contemporaries but also severe mental disorders: depression and crippling anxiety, which ultimately led him to suicide in 1890, shortly after his 37th birthday.

This exhaustive study of Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) combines a detailed monograph of his life and work with a complete catalogue raisonné of his 871 paintings.