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Vincent van Gogh
(One of the Most Famous and Influential Artists of All Time)
Birth Year: 1853
Birthplace: Zundert, Netherlands
Died: July 29, 1890
Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter known for his bold colors and dramatic brushwork. He created around 2100 artworks, including 860 oil paintings, encompassing landscapes, still lifes, and portraits. Van Gogh attracted critical attention during his lifetime and influenced artistic movements like Expressionism and the Fauves. He transitioned to painting in 1881 and his work evolved in Paris and Arles, with a focus on bright, natural scenes.