Vijay Pandit Poet Sedoka

Van Gogh Paintings

Art is so precious
after its creator dies,
like renowned Van Gogh paintings.
They cost millions now,
but he just sold one or two
during his entire lifetime.

He just kept painting,
creating masterpieces
knowing no one wanted one,
till he decided
to let the art speak for him,
and committed suicide.

August 24, 2017

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Jay Narain June 3, 2024 at 10:10 AM a TRAGIC STORY OF A GREAT PAINTER.

Paul Callus December 30, 2018 at 12:48 PM Van Gogh, like many other painters, did not reap the financial fruit which his excellent paintings merited. This, coupled with his mental state, contributed to disillusionment, and thus to his tragic ending. You gather a lifetime in a nutshell, Vijay. ~ Wishing you a Happy & Fruitful New Year. // paul

Andrea Dietrich August 25, 2017 at 6:00 PM His story was a tragic one. Well described, Vijay. Vijay Pandit August 25, 2017 at 6:12 PM So true..thanks Andrea!

Subimal Sinha-Roy August 25, 2017 at 12:09 AM It's true for many works of art and science. Very well expressed, Vijay. Vijay Pandit August 25, 2017 at 5:30 AM Thank you Subimal for your lovely feedback!

Probir Gupta August 24, 2017 at 11:32 PM Very well said ... Van Gogh has vanquished death ... Thank you, by the way, for your congratulations ... Vijay Pandit August 25, 2017 at 5:30 AM Thank you Probir, for your lovely comments!

Akkina Downing August 24, 2017 at 8:30 PM It always amazes me How one gone away and all his goodness are spread out to be known. But when alive not many really know. A beautiful write Vijay... hugs :) Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 8:41 PM Thanks Akkina.. always love your comments!

Kim Rodrigues August 24, 2017 at 6:22 PM Often times, the art itself has a life beyond the reach of the artist. Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 6:28 PM So true Kim-- many thanks for the comments!

Eve Roper August 24, 2017 at 6:15 PM Very true, Vijay, I assume when I die mine will do the same :) Hugs Eve Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 6:28 PM Yes of course--but, you are a treasure already!

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart August 24, 2017 at 1:35 PM This gave me goose bumps... art lover, artist, and a wee bit nuts myself :) Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 2:15 PM So good to see you in this space--sorry for the goose bumps--hang in there art lover!

Charlie Smith August 24, 2017 at 11:11 AM Starry Night, painted from his asylum window, tells the story of how closely related genius can be to insanity. Well done Vijay... Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 12:49 PM Very true Charlie--many people called him a mad man--thanks for sharing your thoughts on the painting.

Tim Smith August 24, 2017 at 10:21 AM Such truth, I believe most artists believe their work is inferior. I saw his bedroom collection and many of his other works and drawings when they had an exhibit here. I wrote a poem called Clouded Eyes about the feeling it left with me. Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 12:51 PM So good to hear about how you were inspired to write about this now renowned painter. Thanks Tim!

Winged Warrior August 24, 2017 at 9:38 AM Unfortunately, most artists don't reap their rewards until after death...nicely stated my friend...maybe one could fake their death...that could work lol...god bless...^WW^ Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 7:21 PM Love your comments WW! So true.. !

Demetrios Trifiatis August 24, 2017 at 8:23 AM Tragic story that has been told so many times on different occasions and in different arts! The Art for the love of Art is the secret, not the recognition that might never come! Excellent writing my friend, Vijay! Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 8:29 AM So true, my friend--so happy to see you in this space today--please stay in touch!

Susan Ashley August 24, 2017 at 8:20 AM Hi Vijay, I love Van Gogh and I love your poem! Excellently done my friend :) Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 8:27 AM Lovely feedback..so happy to hear from you, Susan!

Lin Lane August 24, 2017 at 7:41 AM Hemingway also took his life,...a great artist of words who lost control of his life. Good write, Vijay. Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 8:25 AM So happy to hear from you, lovely comments, Lin!

Heidi Sands August 24, 2017 at 7:41 AM This is a powerful Sedoka Vijay ! Well done ! :) Vijay Pandit August 24, 2017 at 8:26 AM Thanks for your happy comments, Heidi.. as always!