- 1. Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art. His works are known for their emotional honesty, bold colors, and expressive brushwork. Van Gogh struggled with mental health issues throughout his life and only achieved recognition after his death. He created over 2,000 artworks, including landscapes, still lifes, and portraits, with his most famous pieces being 'Starry Night' and 'Sunflowers'. Van Gogh's unique style and innovative approach to painting continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
Which art movement was Van Gogh associated with?
A) Post-Impressionism
B) Surrealism
C) Cubism
D) Abstract Expressionism
- 2. At what age did Van Gogh start painting?
A) 27
B) 35
C) 18
D) 30
- 3. Which color did Van Gogh use most frequently in his paintings?
A) Yellow
B) Green
C) Red
D) Blue
- 4. What profession did Van Gogh pursue before becoming an artist?
A) Art dealer
B) Teacher
C) Doctor
D) Banker
- 5. Which famous artist did Van Gogh exchange letters with, discussing art and life?
A) Paul Gauguin
B) Claude Monet
C) Pablo Picasso
D) Edgar Degas
- 6. What was the title of the first painting Van Gogh sold during his lifetime?
A) Irises
B) The Red Vineyard
C) Starry Night
D) Sunflowers
- 7. What was the name of Van Gogh's brother who financially supported him?
A) Vincent
B) Anton
C) Paul
D) Theo
- 8. Van Gogh painted a series of works depicting which flower in various stages of bloom?
A) Roses
B) Sunflowers
C) Orchids
D) Daisies
- 9. Van Gogh painted 'The Bedroom', a series of paintings depicting his bedroom in which city?
A) Vienna
B) London
C) Paris
D) Arles
- 10. In which year did Van Gogh die?
A) 1875
B) 1890
C) 1910
D) 1925
- 11. Van Gogh used a painting technique that involved thickly applying paint in bold brushstrokes, what is it called?
A) Encaustic
B) Watercolor
C) Impasto
D) Fresco
- 12. Which Dutch artist was a significant influence on Van Gogh's early work?
A) Johannes Vermeer
B) Pieter Bruegel the Elder
C) Anton Mauve
D) Rembrandt
- 13. What medium did Van Gogh primarily work with?
A) Watercolor
B) Charcoal
C) Acrylic paint
D) Oil paint
- 14. Where did Van Gogh spend the last few years of his life?
A) Germany
B) France
C) Spain
D) Italy
- 15. Which body part did Van Gogh famously cut off?
A) Nose
B) Toe
C) Ear
D) Finger
- 16. Van Gogh's painting 'The Starry Night' depicts a scene from which type of place?
A) Castle
B) Jail
C) Chapel
D) Asylum
- 17. Where is the Van Gogh Museum located?
A) Paris
B) London
C) Amsterdam
D) New York
- 18. What was the name of the mental institution where Van Gogh voluntarily admitted himself?
A) Saint-Paul-de-Mausole
B) Bethlem Royal Hospital
C) Bellevue Hospital
D) Arkham Asylum
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