The Sunflowers Are Mine

Description

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.
 

MARTIN BAILEY is a leading specialist on Van Gogh and an arts journalist. He is a London-based correspondent for The Art Newspaper. Bailey has curated several exhibitions on Van Gogh including one at Tate Britain in 2019. His books include The Sunflowers Are Mine: The Story of Van Gogh’s Masterpiece, Studio of the South: Van Gogh in Provence, Starry Night: Van Gogh at the Asylum and Van Gogh's Finale: Auvers and the Artist's Rise to Fame​.

'Bailey's book is one that everyone interested in Van Gogh will want to own.'
 ‘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 is a valuable and welcome addition to his work. A must-read.’
 'a genuinely enthralling book'
 '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.'
 

Additional information

Dimensions	0.825 × 7.625 × 9.625 in
Imprint	Frances Lincoln
Format	General Trade
ISBN-13	09780711241398
ISBN-10	0711241392
Author	Martin Bailey
Audience	General / adult
BISAC	ART015100
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