# Gogh

/ˈɡoʊ/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/gogh
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a painting or artwork created by the famous Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh. People often use the name to refer to the paintings themselves rather than the man.

For teachers: an individual work of art attributed to the Dutch Post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh. The surname is used metonymically for the artist's output.

## Examples

- The museum recently acquired a rare Gogh for its permanent collection.
- Art historians spent years verifying the brushwork before confirming the landscape was indeed a genuine Gogh.
- While many galleries boast impressive collections of 19th-century art, only a select few possess a Gogh of such vibrant color and historical significance as this particular self-portrait.

## Usage notes

- Typically capitalised; used as a countable noun when referring to specific paintings.

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