Sunflowers had a special significance for Van Gogh. He made seven versions of them.
Yellow, for him, was an emblem of happiness – in Dutch literature, the sunflower was a symbol of devotion and loyalty. In their various stages of decay, these flowers also remind us of the cycle of life and death.
Lovely Van Gogh-inspired painting of the sunflowers. If only he could have known how many people would love and be inspired by his work.
ReplyDeleteI love the bright vibrant tones, Sunflowers are a great subject to paint.
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