Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch post-impressionist painter who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of Western art. Born in 1853, he began his career as an art dealer before deciding to become an artist himself. Despite struggling to sell his paintings during his lifetime, Van Gogh created some of the most iconic and beloved artworks in history. He is known for his bold use of color, powerful brushstrokes, and expressive depictions of the natural world, as wel...