Vincent Van Gogh

Following his death in 1890 Vincent van Gogh has become almost the textbook example of the genius painter who was misunderstood during his life and received unprecedented fame in death. Every year more than a million tourists visit the Vincent Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam and his work has become recognized worldwide.

The powerful colors and distinctive patterns of his paintings are appreciated by many people. Although originally Dutch Vincent Van Gogh painted his most colorful works in France.