EXHIBITION VISIT: Paintings as a Last Resort: Matthew Wong & Vincent Van Gogh
EXHIBITION VISIT: Paintings as a Last Resort: Matthew Wong & Vincent Van Gogh
Discover the Extraordinary Connection Between Wong and Van Gogh at Kunsthaus Zürich!
The Kunsthaus Zürich presents "Matthew Wong – Vincent Van Gogh: Painting as a Last Resort," an exhibition that delves into the striking parallels between the lives and work of two extraordinary artists: Matthew Wong & Vincent Van Gogh.
Matthew Wong (1984-2019), who began drawing and painting at the age of 27, quickly developed a unique and highly personal style. His vivid use of color and imaginative landscapes bear an unmistakable resemblance to the work of Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890), a major source of inspiration for Wong.
Both Wong and Van Gogh used their art to explore deep, personal themes, applying paint in thick, expressive strokes that evoke emotion and reflection. Wong once remarked, "I see myself in him. The impossibility of belonging in this world."
This exhibition takes a closer look at that connection, revealing how Wong saw his own life mirrored in Van Gogh’s struggles. Both artists found painting as their last resort, a final refuge in lives marked by mental health struggles and a sense of alienation. Yet, despite these similarities, each artist created a body of work that is uniquely their own, deeply personal and emotionally charged. Unlike Van Gogh, whose genius was recognized after his death, Wong's talent gained significant recognition during his brief career. Only five years after he began painting, his work was already being acquired by prestigious museums and collectors. As New York Times quotes: Wong is "One of the most talented painters of his generation".
This special exhibition at Kunsthaus Zürich offers a rare opportunity to experience the profound artistic and personal dialogue between these two remarkable painters. It highlights how both artists used painting not only as a form of self-expression but as a means of survival, leaving behind legacies that continue to inspire.
Don't miss out—book your visit with MatchArt today and experience this extraordinary exhibition firsthand!
The exhibition is a collaboration with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and is based on an idea and concept by Joost van der Hoeven, who curated the exhibition in Amsterdam. In Zurich, it is curated by Jonas Beyer and Philippe Büttner.
The MatchArt visit in English will take 1 hour. Choose the date best suited for you! The price for the visit is CHF 35.- (only 17+), Museum admission is not included, for museum admission see: Kunsthaus Zürich pricing overview.
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