Van Gogh's Will -

Vincent's Illness and the Healing Power of Art - Van Gogh Museum

Theo and Jo’s son eventually inherited the collection and was instrumental in founding the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam to ensure the works remained together as a public trust. 4. Notable Beneficiaries Van Gogh's Will

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) Vincent's Illness and the Healing Power of Art

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

Vincent's true intentions for his life's work were recorded in the he sent to Theo.

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