Great Artists - The Post-Impressionists Collection
The artist's innovative style emerged from a daring shift in perspective and hue, enabling him to reveal the true essence of his subjects.
When he turned 35, Paul Gauguin left behind his successful career as a Paris stockbroker to focus solely on painting. His innovative use of flat, unmixed colors conveyed a sense of personal expression in his works, but they initially failed to gain recognition. Struggling with poverty and obscurity, even a move to Tahiti couldn't bring him happiness. However, the masterpieces he created there are now celebrated as iconic Post-Impressionist works.
Customs official Henri Rousseau pursued his passion for painting in his free time, driven by unwavering confidence in his abilities despite lacking formal training.
Toulouse-Lautrec's life was marked by physical impairment, substance abuse, and poor health, culminating in a premature death at 36 due to the severe consequences of syphilis and excessive drinking.
Despite struggling with poverty, isolation, and mental health issues, Vincent Van Gogh's artistic talent flourished in his later years.
