October 28, 2010
Van Gogh
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on October 2010 Van Gogh’s canvasses have been exhibited numerous times in Japan, but never before has his tale been told so thoroughly. With help from the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, “Van Gogh: The Adventure of Becoming an Artist” traces the genesis of his inimitable […]
By Metropolis
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on October 2010
©Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam (Vincent van Gogh Foundation) (left); ©Kröller-Müller Museum, Otterlo (right)
Van Gogh’s canvasses have been exhibited numerous times in Japan, but never before has his tale been told so thoroughly. With help from the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, “Van Gogh: The Adventure of Becoming an Artist” traces the genesis of his inimitable style. Thirty-six oil paintings and 32 prints and drawings are on display, as well as works by teachers and peers, like Monet, who helped shape his approach.
The National Art Center, Tokyo
Van Gogh: The Adventure of Becoming an Artist. Painting. Until Dec 20, free (MS and under)/¥800 (HS)/¥1,200 (univ)/¥1,500 (adult). 7-22-2 Roppongi, Minato-ku. Tel: 03-6812-9900. Open Wed-Mon 10am-6pm, closed Tue. Nearest stn: Roppongi, exit 4. www.nact.jp
