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GUSTAVE EIFFEL

BIOGRAPHY

**Biography of Gustave Eiffel** Gustave Eiffel, born on December 15, 1832, in Dijon, France, was a important engineer and architect best known for designing the Eiffel Tower. He studied at the École Centrale des Arts et Manufactures in Paris, where he became an engineer. Eiffel began his career in the 1850s, initially working on bridges and viaducts. His innovative use of iron and expertise in metal construction gained him recognition. One of his early successes was the construction of the Garabit Viaduct in 1884. However, it was the 1889 Exposition Universelle in Paris that marked his most significant achievement. The Eiffel Tower, designed as a temporary structure for the world’s fair, stood at 300 meters tall, making it the tallest man-made structure at the time. The design faced criticism from some artists and intellectuals, but it eventually became a beloved symbol of Paris. Eiffel continued to work on various projects, including the design of the framework for the Statue of Liberty and numerous bridges around the world. Despite his success, he faced challenges, including financial difficulties and criticism, but he persevered in his innovative work. In his later years, Eiffel shifted his focus to aerodynamics and meteorology, contributing to the field through research and experiments. He passed away on December 27, 1923, in Paris

VICENT VAN GOGH

BIOGRAPHY

Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter born on March 30, 1853, in Zundert, Netherlands. He is known for his expressive paintings and vibrant color choices, which made him a pioneer of modern art, though he received little recognition during his lifetime.Van Gogh initially pursued various careers, including working as an art dealer and a missionary, before fully committing to painting in his late twenties. His art was deeply influenced by his emotional struggles and by his time spent in the south of France, where the bright light and color inspired some of his most famous works. He created over 2,100 artworks, including about 860 oil paintings, many of which he completed in the last two years of his life. Some of his most iconic works include Starry Night, Sunflowers, The Bedroom, and Irises.Though he struggled with mental illness throughout his life, including severe depression, his unique style and powerful emotional expression would later define his legacy. His close relationship with his brother, Theo van Gogh, was also significant, as Theo supported him financially and emotionally through their extensive correspondence.On July 27, 1890, van Gogh tragically took his own life in Auvers-sur-Oise, France, dying from his injuries two days later at the age of 37. After his death, his work gained widespread recognition.

MOST IMPORTANT STRUCTURES

1. *Garabit Viaduct* (France) – Built between 1880 and 1884, this railway viaduct in southern France spans the Truyère River. It was one of the highest bridges in the world, showing Eiffel’s innovating approach to ironwork.2. *Statue of Liberty’s Internal Framework* (USA) – Eiffel designed the iron framework that supports the Statue of Liberty, given by France to the United States in 1886. His work allowed the statue to support strong winds while keeping its shape.3. *Maria Pia Bridge* (Portugal) – Constructed in 1877, this railway bridge across the Douro River in Porto was one of Eiffel’s early successes. Its a single, large iron arch, showing his skill in creating strong structures.4. *Budapest Nyugati Railway Station* (Hungary) – Built in 1877, the Nyugati (Western) railway station in Budapest was one of Eiffel's projects before the Eiffel Tower. Known for its spacious iron and glass design, it remains a landmark in Budapest.5. *Luz Station* (Brazil) – Opened in 1901, this railway station in São Paulo was partially designed by Eiffel’s firm and shows his characteristic ironwork.

GUSTAVE EIFFEL

The Eiffel Tower is an iconic iron structure located in Paris, France. Completed in 1889 for the Exposition Universelle celebrating the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution, it was designed by the engineer Gustave Eiffel and his company. Standing 324 meters tall, it held the title of the world's tallest man-made structure until the completion of the Chrysler Building in New York in 1930.The Eiffel Tower has become a beloved symbol of Paris and France. It is known for its lattice ironwork, which gives it a distinctive, delicate appearance despite its massive size. The tower has three observation levels that offer panoramic views of Paris, attracting nearly 7 million visitors each year. Equipped with lights and an hourly evening sparkle, the Eiffel Tower remains one of the world’s most famous landmarks and a masterpiece of architectural and engineering innovation.

MOST IMPORTANT PAINTINGS

1. *Starry Night (1889)* – Painted from his room in the Saint-Rémy asylum, this swirling night sky over a quiet village is one of the most famous works of art in the world, showcasing van Gogh's vibrant color and intense movement.2. *Sunflowers (1888)* – A series of still-life paintings with bright yellow sunflowers in various stages of bloom, these works symbolize warmth, friendship, and resilience, and were intended to decorate the room of his friend, artist Paul Gauguin.3. *The Bedroom (1888)* – A peaceful yet slightly distorted view of his bedroom in Arles, this painting uses bright colors and unusual perspective to convey both tranquility and his inner tension.4. *Irises (1889)* – Created while at the asylum, Irises is full of vivid purples and greens and shows van Gogh’s fascination with nature’s details and patterns.5. *The Potato Eaters (1885)* – One of his early works, this somber painting of a peasant family at dinner reflects van Gogh’s sympathy for rural life and his desire to capture real, working-class people.6. *Self-Portraits (1886–1889)* – Van Gogh painted over 30 self-portraits, each reflecting his introspection and evolving style, from subdued tones to bold, expressive colors and brushstrokes.7. *Wheatfield with Crows (1890)* – Among his last works, this painting of a stormy sky over a wheat field filled with black crows is often interpreted as a reflection of his troubled mental state.

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