Me & Vincent

OK - most of Van Gogh and Gauguin are currently at the National Gallery in Canberra while D'Orsay is undergoing renos all the same there were still plenty for me to ohh & ahh over - this Van Gogh self portrait caught my eye it was more aqua in colour than the the dark blues I expected.

QUICK UPDATE OF OUR MOVEMENTS

December 2nd 2009
Apologies for being a little late with the updates. Internet access hasn't been easy, probably should have brought the laptop. Paris was fabulous. DAY 3 - Explored the gardens near the Louvre at Tulieries and then visited Museum D'Orsay & Le Orangerie that display the wonderful artwork of the impressionist era - my favourite! I was in heaven - works by Manet, Degas, Renoir & Van Gogh everywher ... read more

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more

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