In the summer of 1888, Vincent van Gogh became friends with Joseph Roulin. Joseph was a postman at the train station in Arles, in the South of France. He was married to Augustine, and they had three children together: Armand (aged 17), Camille (aged 11) and their baby daughter Marcelle.
Vincent was always looking for models, and painted the friendly postman with his striking beard and blue uniform many times. He was delighted to also have the chance to paint Roulin’s wife Augustine and their children.
Impressive portraits
Many of the impressive portraits that Van Gogh made of the Roulin family will be on view together for the first time in the exhibition Van Gogh and the Roulins. Together Again at Last. This is the first ever exhibition to focus exclusively on this important group of paintings from the turbulent period that Van Gogh spent in the southern French town of Arles.
Exhibition for the whole family
There's plenty to see and do in the exhibition for the whole family. Discover the free treasure hunt and audio tour for children. On the top floor, you'll also find Vincent van Gogh's studio at the Yellow House in Arles. There, you can participate in even more surprising activities for all ages.
