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Still Life with Bible, 1885 (oil on canvas)
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Still Life with Bible, 1885 (oil on canvas)
XOS1765526 Still Life with Bible, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Gogh, Vincent van (1853-90); 65.7x78.5 cm; Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Van Goghs father was a pastor in the Dutch Reformed church and this was his Bible. Zols La joie de vivre next to it symbolizes the artists contrasting world views.); Dutch, out of copyright
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This print showcases Vincent van Gogh's masterpiece, "Still Life with Bible" painted in 1885. The oil on canvas artwork measures 65.7x78.5 cm and is currently housed at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. In this composition, we see a beautifully arranged still life that holds profound symbolism. At the center of attention lies an open Bible, which belonged to van Gogh's father who served as a pastor in the Dutch Reformed church. This religious artifact represents the artist's deep connection to his family and faith. Interestingly, juxtaposed next to the Bible is Zola's novel "La joie de vivre" symbolizing van Gogh's contrasting worldviews. While one signifies spirituality and devotion, the other embodies secularism and naturalism - two opposing forces that often influenced his artistic perspective. The image captures a serene ambiance with a candle illuminating both texts on an elegant desk surrounded by books and pages scattered around it. This arrangement reflects not only van Gogh's love for literature but also his exploration of different philosophical ideas through art. Through this still life composition, van Gogh masterfully combines elements of religion, literature, contrast, and symbolism into one harmonious piece of art that invites viewers to ponder upon their own beliefs and perspectives on life.
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