News tagged with vincent van gogh

Scientists reveal genetic mutation depicted in van Gogh's sunflower paintings

In addition to being among his most vibrant and celebrated works, Vincent van Gogh's series of sunflower paintings also depict a mutation whose genetic basis has, until now, been a bit of a mystery.

Biology / Biotechnology

created Mar 29, 2012 | popularity 4 / 5 (8) | comments 1 | with audio podcast

Flower still life by Vincent van Gogh rediscovered thanks to new research technique

After lengthy research the Kröller-Müller Museum has another Van Gogh painting to its name: Still life with meadow flowers and roses. Its authenticity had been in doubt ever since it was added to the collection ...

Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry

created Mar 21, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Professor's algorithms unlock Van Gogh mysteries

(PhysOrg.com) -- A Cornell electrical engineering professor is helping art historians do a little detective work by using computing algorithms to identify which of Vincent Van Gogh's paintings came from the ...

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Mar 31, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

X-rays show why van Gogh paintings lose their shine

Scientists using synchrotron X-rays have identified the chemical reaction in two van Gogh paintings that alters originally bright yellow colors into brown shades.

Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry

created Feb 14, 2011 | popularity 4.9 / 5 (12) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Computer identifies authentic Van Gogh

(PhysOrg.com) -- Dutch researcher Igor Berezhnoy has developed computer algorithms to support art historians and other art experts in their visual assessment of paintings. His digital technology is capable ...

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Dec 21, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Mad genius: Study suggests link between psychosis and creativity

Vincent van Gogh cut off his ear. Sylvia Plath stuck her head in the oven. History teems with examples of great artists acting in very peculiar ways. Were these artists simply mad or brilliant? According to new research reported ...

Medicine & Health / Genetics

created Sep 28, 2009 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (26) | comments 10

Britain's National Gallery offers its art on the iPhone

Fans of fine art will be able to access some of their favourite paintings anywhere they choose through a new iPhone application launched Tuesday by the National Gallery in London.

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Jul 21, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1