In His Lifetime, Artist Van Gogh Painted About 900 Paintings And Only Sold One

Here are some facts about artist Vincent Van Gogh:

• Vincent van Gogh did not cut off his ear. He only cut off a small portion of his ear lobe.
• Vincent shot himself in a wheatfield in Auvers, France but did not die until 2 days later at the age of 37.
• Vincent’s brother Theo died six months after Vincent and is buried next to him in Auvers, France.
• Vincent’s brother’s wife collected Vincent’s paintings and letters after his death and dedicated herself to getting his work the recognition it deserved.
• In a short period of ten years Van Gogh made approximately 900 paintings.
• Vincent only sold one painting during his lifetime and only became famous after his death.

Source: Van Gogh Gallery