Who was Vincent van Gogh and what were some of his famous paintings and works of art?

Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) was a Dutch post-impressionist painter who is considered one of the greatest artists of all time. Despite living a life of poverty and suffering from mental illness, he produced more than 2,000 works of art, including more than 900 paintings and 1,100 drawings and sketches.

Some of his most famous paintings include:

• The Starry Night (1889)
• Sunflowers (1888)
• Irises (1890)
• The Potato Eaters (1885)
• Self-portrait with Bandaged Ear (1889)

Van Gogh's paintings are known for their bold colors and thick, impasto brushstrokes. He often painted scenes from nature, such as landscapes and flowers, as well as portraits and still lifes.