Van Gogh’s Materials and Process

Gain a deeper understanding of Van Gogh’s artistic process through new discoveries from recent technical studies of Wheat Field with Cypresses and Cypresses in The Met collection. Hear from Museum experts about how these examinations have enriched our understanding of Van Gogh’s materials and process and shed light on his artistic vision.

Silvia A. Centeno, Research Scientist, Department of Scientific Research, The Met

Charlotte Hale, Walter Burke Conservator, Paintings Conservation, The Met

Gain a deeper understanding of Van Gogh’s artistic process through new discoveries from recent technical studies of Wheat Field with Cypresses and Cypresses in The Met collection. Hear from Museum experts about how these examinations have enriched our understanding of Van Gogh’s materials and process and shed light on his artistic vision.

Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Van Gogh’s Cypresses.


Contributors

Silvia A. Centeno
Research Scientist, Department of Scientific Research
Charlotte Hale
Conservator, Department of Paintings Conservation

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