Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) was a Dutch painter, one of the most well-known masters of post-impressionism. He started drawing as a self-taught artist and was known for his expressive style, which often evokes deeply emotional experiences. Unfortunately, van Gogh was poor and unsuccessful during his lifetime and suffered from many issues, including depression and mental illness. He died in 1890 after shooting himself in the stomach. However, after his death, van Gogh's artwork became extremely popular and is now renowned worldwide.