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The Royal Academy of Arts of Britain is considered by art authorities as one of the most well known institutions in the UK and home to some of the most amazing art in the world. The museum building itself is a one of the UK’s most famous landmarks making a visit most definitely a priority to tourists.

Some of the permanent displays include artwork by one of the most popular and well known artist of all times; Vincent Van Gogh. Van Gogh’s works are admired by artist experts and art lovers alike for the brilliant colours for his uniquely bold approach.
A Wheatfield with Cypresses, Sunflowers and An Old Woman from Arles are just a few of his most admired pieces. A Wheatfield with Cypresses was one of the paintings done during the year Van Gogh was in the St. Remy mental institution which gives the pieces a unique history and value.

Van Gogh’s signature is his use of the swirling colour which is seen in the sky portion of the Wheatfield painting. The painting is considered one of the top fifteen most expensive paintings in the world selling in 1993 for 57 million dollars, which would translate to just over  85 million dollars in today’s market.
Van Gogh’s works continue to intrigue art lovers from around the world with the vibrant colors.