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Van Gogh's Asylum Year - The History of Vincent van Gogh

Offered By: Wondrium via YouTube

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Art History Courses Mental Health Courses Bipolar Disorder Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the pivotal year Vincent van Gogh spent at the St. Paul Asylum in Saint-Rémy, France, in this 23-minute video from Wondrium's series "In the Footsteps of Van Gogh." Delve into the complex relationship between van Gogh's mental health struggles and his artistic genius. Examine the origins of the asylum, investigate the nature of van Gogh's illness, and understand the link between bipolar disorder and self-harm. Witness how this confinement sparked a new artistic phase, culminating in the creation of his masterpiece "The Starry Night." Analyze various interpretations of this iconic painting and discover how van Gogh's art during this period reflected his fragile mental state. Gain a deeper appreciation for the challenges and triumphs of one of history's most influential artists during a crucial period in his life.

Syllabus

The Origins of St. Paul Asylum at Saint-Rémy
What Was Actually Wrong With Van Gogh?
Link Between Bipolar Disorder and Self-Harm
Van Gogh Enters New Artistic Phase at St. Paul
Birth of The Starry Night
Theories Interpreting The Starry Night
Van Gogh's Art Reveals Fragile Mental State


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Wondrium

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