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Rome's Vatican Museums holds 1 work by Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Van Gogh only began painting seriously at 27 and was dead by 37, yet in that single decade produced around 900 paintings. He worked in the Netherlands, Paris, Provence, and Auvers-sur-Oise, and his expressive use of colour and bold brushwork became one of the most direct influences on 20th-century art.
Vatican Museums
Rome · 1 work on display
The Vatican Museums constitute one of the world's largest museum collections — 54 galleries leading to the Sistine Chapel. Pre-book to avoid queues that routinely reach four hours; a guided tour is the most efficient way to see the highlights.
About the artist
Vincent van Gogh
Dutch · Post-Impressionism · 1853–1890
Van Gogh only began painting seriously at 27 and was dead by 37, yet in that single decade produced around 900 paintings. He worked in the Netherlands, Paris, Provence, and Auvers-sur-Oise, and his expressive use of colour and bold brushwork became one of the most direct influences on 20th-century art.
Key works
The Starry NightSunflowersBedroom in Arles
Frequently asked questions
How many Vincent van Gogh paintings are on display in Rome?
Our current data shows 1 Vincent van Gogh painting on display in Rome, held at the Vatican Museums.
Which museum in Rome has the most Vincent van Gogh paintings?
Vatican Museums holds all 1 known Vincent van Gogh work in Rome.
Where else can I see Vincent van Gogh's paintings?
Vincent van Gogh's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Vincent van Gogh →
Planning your visit to Rome
The Vatican Museums should always be pre-booked — entry without a reservation can mean several hours of queuing. The Borghese Gallery requires booking weeks in advance as entry is strictly limited. State museums, including many Capitoline Museums venues, offer free entry on the first Sunday of each month.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.