There was only one human being
In the whole world
That Vincent Van Gogh
Trusted implicitly,
Confided whole heartedly,
And poured out his emotions.
That was his brother Theo!
Vincent's profound feelings,
His thoughts of anguish and fear,
His joy of painting,
His utter poverty,
His love for nature,
The ecstasy of completing a painting,
Everything was communicated through letters.
Just as his days were spent in painting,
His nights were spent in writing long letters.
All to his brother Theo - his soul mate,
Letters of amazing revelations,
That ranged from optimism to pessimism,
A complex mind that battled between hope and despair,
A life veiled by pain and loneliness.
My mate and I visited the Van Gogh art museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and I was surprised to see art by quite a few other artists there. One of Vincent's was HUGE, maybe 20 by 30 feet?
Probably you've heard about his ear (left one?) . I think he cut his finger and toe nails also. ;) bri
Van Goh is indeed one of the greatest painters this world has ever produced. Yet, his personality is embedded with so much loneliness and pain. I had the opportunity to attend a showcase of his works featuring his 'bedroom paintings'. The play of colors in his paintings are also extraordinary.
Another wonderful series, Dr. Geeta. It is a great opportunity to know the life and paintings of an extraordinary man through your wonderful pen.
Van Gogh's letters to his brother Theo were truly insightful as you've rightly said- A complex mind that battled between hope and despair.
Great tribute to a painter that touched your artistic nerve to write a fantastic poem for him. Full *****
Through this beautiful poem, you have given a fascinating look at the life of a great and talented man. I love the wonderful picture, too. Thank you so much for sharing.
Very nicely written poem about a great painter Revered poet menon.All your bio poems are enjoyed by me.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
'implicitly'...I assume THIS (one of 3 I found) definition is what you mean: 'without question or reservation; absolutely'.