Van Gogh, All Our Paintings
15 September 2026 - 3 January 2027
For the first time since 1984, you can see all 88 paintings by Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) from the Kröller-Müller collection. In this Van Gogh exhibition, discover how faith, hope, and love influenced his life and work. An absolute must for Van Gogh enthusiasts!
Faith, hope and love
The Kröller-Müller collection comprises 88 paintings by Vincent van Gogh. Most of these were acquired between 1908 and 1930 by the museum's founder, Helene Kröller-Müller. In the exhibition, all the paintings are displayed on the basis of the three divine virtues of faith, hope and love. These three themes play a central role in Van Gogh's life and work. He searches for a form of art that derives from his personal struggles. In so doing, he aims to offer comfort and hope to others.
Vincent van Gogh, The Good Samaritan (after Delacroix), early May 1890
Vincent van Gogh, Terrace of a café at night (Place du Forum), circa 16 September 1888
From preacher to artist
Vincent van Gogh mentions the three virtues in the first sermon he gives as a theology student on Sunday 29 October 1876, at the Wesleyan Methodist Church in Richmond. Van Gogh's career as a preacher is short-lived and, on the advice of his brother Theo, he chooses to become an artist. Van Gogh remains faithful to these values, but from that point on he expresses them through his art. In this way, he hopes to offer people enlightenment in a different way.
'But though to be born again to eternal life, to the life of Faith, Hope and Charity […]’
Vincent van Gogh to Theo van Gogh, excerpt from his first sermon, delivered on Sunday 29 October 1876, at the Wesleyan Methodist Church in Richmond; Letter 96, Isleworth, Friday 3 November 1876
Highlights
Guided tour of the exhibition
Would you like to discover the stories behind Vincent van Gogh’s paintings with your family or friends? Then book a group tour. Our tour guide will take you through the exhibition in one hour.
Guided tour with your own guide
Would you like to guide your group through the exhibition yourself or bring your own guide? Register in advance
Vincent's view of the world
Van Gogh spends some time working as an errand boy at his uncle's international art dealership, Goupil & Cie. This gives him a broad knowledge of art history. He is keenly aware of the influence that art has, not only on the here and now, but also the future. He admires artists who possess the talent to depict everyday events and the world around them – people and nature. How they transform personal reflections into art full of symbolism and meaning. This inspires Van Gogh in his own mission: through his paintings, he shares his personal view of life. At the same time, he seeks a way to clarify the world, thus demonstrating that he is a pioneer of modern art.
Vincent van Gogh, Bridge at Arles (Pont de Langlois), mid March 1888
Van Gogh - for everyone
Art is just for looking at. Or is it? In the exhibition Van Gogh, All Our Paintings, you can see, feel and hear Vincent van Gogh’s painting Bridge at Arles. With this tactile display, we aim to tell the story of Bridge at Arles in a different way. This will allow visitors who are blind or visually impaired to enjoy the artwork too.On the tactile display, you can take a close-up look at remarkable details from the painting and feel the bridge with your hands. You can also listen to an audio description of the painting through headphones, and let yourself be transported to France.
For families
The exhibition is accompanied by the picture book Vincent, Living to paint. In it, you’ll discover the life story of Vincent van Gogh as well as the famous paintings from the Kröller-Müller collection.
Are you visiting the exhibition with your family? Embark on a fun treasure hunt with the Search & Discover map. Along the way, you’ll discover fascinating details in Vincent van Gogh’s paintings.
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