Which artist's last words were, "The sadness will last forever."?
Correct answer: Vincent Van Gogh
Lou Lou
The self portrait was a bit of a giveaway….
Tom
So very sad that this man lived a tormented life and would never
Dogs R Filthy
I wish I could jump in a time machine and give him a hug
Lionessa
It is believed currently that Van Gogh suffered from bi-polar disorder. This explains the wild mood swings revealed in his letters. He had periods of high production, then periods of deep depression. Whatever the illness, it was severe, and it's clear he suffered deeply.
Marcy
Sad life sad story so is his beliefs
Bluemoon7
Yes he was ahead of his time…. His work is everywhere.. art gallery’s museums.. even restaurant.. his paintings are so interesting ….
Vic
I’m a painter also and I have painted my own version of a starry night, , and I love his paintings! I pray he is happy in the here after life,,he had a brother who loved him and he tried to help him out too, would go check on him and make sure he had food and clothes,,
Roxanne
My iPad cover, iWatch face, and couch cushions are all Van Gogh paintings.
Nicoletta
My favorite artist 🎭. So sad to think that he thought he was not talented. He was truly amazing!
Taliesin12
One of the greatest artists of ALL time ! Unequaled skill in covering diverse subject matters. My favorite artist !
Andi
Dogs R Filthy, maybe several hugs and a good upbeat talking to. Let him know that he was just born before his time. Stroke his ego a bit and tell him that one day soon he will become famous and have lots of money because of his fantastic paintings. ;)
Gingerlocks777
Seriously? I hate when the photo is a dead giveaway to the answer. It takes all the fun away from trivia.
Kello
in life he begged for a little of he fame that is awarded him now after death. famous and influential can̈not help him now
Rose
Lou Lou, one of the greatest painters of all time . never show disrespect to the best of us.
banjo
thanks for the photo clue
HighHawk
The great singer/songwriter Don McLean, penned the song "Vincent" in 1971, as an ode to the wonderful Van Gogh.
option
Bluemoon7, sad that we didn't appreciate most artists until they're gone
Dorothy
I recognized Van Gogh in the picture.
Sandra
a truly brilliant artist, as evidenced only after suffering and dying.
ruth
His paintings are simply beautiful.
Minecraft
Its true that an artists work is more valuable after they die, he art was amazing