{"title":"Hans Luijten","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Hans Luijten collection, where you will discover deeply insightful works that shed light on both art history and the lives of notable figures. Hans Luijten is renowned for his meticulous research and engaging writing style, particularly exemplified in his biography \"Jo van Gogh-Bonger.\" This book provides a captivating exploration of the life of Vincent van Gogh's sister-in-law, who was instrumental in preserving and promoting the legacy of one of history's most celebrated artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLuijten's works are characterised by their deep dive into personal histories and their influence on broader cultural contexts. His writing is both informative and accessible, making complex historical topics engaging for a wide audience. Through his books, readers gain a unique perspective on the intertwining lives and legacies of the individuals who significantly impacted the art world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned art enthusiast or a curious newcomer, the Hans Luijten collection offers valuable insights and a fresh understanding of the figures behind some of the most influential moments in art history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"jo-van-gogh-bonger-by-hans-luijten-9781350299580","title":"Jo van Gogh-Bonger","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINNER OF THE 2023 MARY LYNN KOTZ AWARD FOR ART IN LITERATURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt is so good, after so many years of public indifference, even hostility towards Vincent and his work, to feel towards the end of my life that the battle is won.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eJO VAN GOGH-BONGER TO GUSTAVE COQUIOT, 1922\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt is a sacrifice for the sake of Vincent’s glory.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eJO VAN GOGH-BONGER ON THE SALE OF ‘THE SUNFLOWERS’ TO THE NATIONAL GALLERY, UK, 1924\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLittle known but no less influential, Jo van Gogh-Bonger was sister-in-law of Vincent van Gogh and the wife of his brother, Theo. When the brothers died soon after each other, she took charge of Van Gogh’s artistic legacy and devoted the rest of her life to disseminating his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite being widowed with a young son, Jo successfully navigated the male-dominated world of the art market—publishing Van Gogh’s letters, organising exhibitions in the Netherlands and throughout the world, and making strategic sales to private individuals and influential dealers—ultimately establishing Van Gogh’s reputation as one of the finest artists of his generation. In doing so, she fundamentally changed how we view the relationship between the artist and his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe also lived a rich and fascinating life—not only was she friends with eminent writers and artists, but she also was active within the Social Democratic Labour Party and closely involved in emerging women’s movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing rich source material, including unseen diaries, documents and letters, Hans Luijten charts the multi-faceted life of this visionary woman with the drive to shake the art world to its core in \u003cem\u003eJo van Gogh-Bonger\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844314812652,"sku":"9781350299580","price":69.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20908083482668.jpg?v=1758834329"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/hans-luijten.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}