Vincent van Gogh was Dutch, born in the Netherlands in 1853. He is renowned for his vibrant use of color and emotive brushwork, making significant contributions to post-impressionism. Though he faced considerable challenges during his life, including mental illness and poverty, he produced around 2,100 artworks, including famous paintings like "The Starry Night" and "Sunflowers." Despite his struggles, van Gogh’s unique style and vision have had a lasting impact on art and culture. Today, he is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in Western art history, and his works are highly sought after in the art market.