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Van Gogh Print - On May 17, 1889, Vincent van Gogh wrote to his brother Theo about a new painting he was working on. "I have a large lilac bush in full flower and leaves in the hospital garden," he said. "It's so beautiful." The painting he was referring to, Lilac Bush, is now one of his most famous works. Van Gogh began painting it shortly after arriving at the psychiatric hospital of Saint-Paul de Mausole in Saint-Rémy. The artist had been suffering from mental health problems for years, and he hoped that the fresh air and quiet surroundings of the hospital would help him recover. Indeed, many of his greatest works were produced during his stay at Saint-Paul de Mausole. The lilac bush was one of his favorite subjects, and he often returned to it in his paintings. In Lilac Bush, van Gogh captures the plant's delicate beauty with colors that range from deep purple to light pink. He also inverting the colors of the leaves and flowers, creating a sense of harmony and balance. Today, Lilac Bush is regarded as one of van Gogh's finest works, and it continues to captivate viewers with its striking colors and simple composition.

Vincent Van Gogh was one of the most renowned and influential artists of the post-impressionist era. Though he is best known for his vibrant and expressive paintings, few people realize that Van Gogh was also an avid reader who absorbed a wide range of books by authors as diverse as Charles Dickens, Emile Zola, Shakespeare, and Thomas Carlyle. In an era when books had become more accessible and affordable, and art journals and periodicals had gradually begun to increase in number and distribution, Van Gogh's love of reading played an important role in shaping his unique artistic vision. By the second half of the century art books had also become popular, and it was through this combination of sources that Van Gogh was able to develop his distinctive style. Today, his paintings continue to inspire readers and viewers alike, reminding us of the power of both art and literature.

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