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In which year was van Gogh born?

1853. Van Gogh was the eldest of six. He had an older brother who was stillborn.

What was his full name?

Vincent Willem van Gogh. Interestingly Vincent Willam was to be the name of his elder stillborn brother.

Which of these is not one of van Gogh's paintings?

The Artist's Garden at Vetheuil. 'The Artist's Garden at Vetheuil' was done by Claude Monet.

In the existing photograph of van Gogh what can be seen of him?

back of his hat, coat.

With which famous artist did van Gogh reside for a time?

Gauguin. van Gogh and Gaugin had a tumultuous relationship. van Gogh felt inadequate compared to his exuberent, self confident friend. This relationship is believed to have lead to his first breakdown.

True or False: van Gogh received no attention or praise while alive?

False & F. Although he did not achieve fame and great wealth while alive, toward the end of his life his work began to receive praise and was written about, albeit only in avant-garde circles.

What was the name of the asylum van Gogh resided at?

St.-Paul-de-Mausole.

Who did van Gogh fall in love with when he moved to England?

Eugenie. Eugenie however had no interest in the young artist, and was engaged a few months later to another man. Van Gogh was unwilling to give up and declared his love. This was utterly rejected. He remained melancholy for quite some time.

Which of these diseases did he NOT suffer from?

consumption. It has not been proven absolutely that van Gogh was an alcoholic or schizophrenic, but the evidence leads experts to believe so. He did in fact suffer from syphilis.

What means did van Gogh use to commit suicide?

a revolver.