Van Goghing once, Van Goghing twice . . .

According to Dr. Mac's Cultural Calendar, on this day in 1987, Vincent Van Gogh's "Le Pont de Trinquetaille" was sold for a staggering $20.4 million at an auction in London. That's amazing when you consider that Van Gogh never sold a single painting during his lifetime. Sooner or later, talent is always recognized, cultural gatekeepers are fond of saying. Sometimes too late . . . .

Many thanks to The Writing Life for the link. There are many, many historic cultural events listed for each day of the year on this site, and Dr. Mac's will probably be a daily visit.