Van Gogh's Will (SECURE · 2024)

The preservation of Van Gogh’s legacy was handled by his family after both he and Theo died within months of each other:

Theo’s widow inherited the collection. She is credited with the strategic "execution" of Vincent's legacy by organizing exhibitions and publishing the brothers' correspondence. Van Gogh's Will

Inherited the works but died six months after Vincent in January 1891. The preservation of Van Gogh’s legacy was handled

Since Vincent died intestate (without a will) and unmarried, his entire estate—consisting primarily of over and hundreds of sketches—passed to his closest living male relative, his younger brother Theo van Gogh . 2. The "Living Will" in Letters Since Vincent died intestate (without a will) and

Vincent often expressed that his work was as much Theo’s as it was his own, given that Theo provided the financial support that allowed him to paint. 3. Execution of the "Estate" (Post-1890)

He viewed his paintings as a way to serve others and provide "healing power".