He viewed his paintings as a way to serve others and provide "healing power".
Vincent's Illness and the Healing Power of Art - Van Gogh Museum Van Gogh's Will
Though there was no legal document, some family members benefited from his work in practical ways: He viewed his paintings as a way to
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. Since Vincent died intestate (without a will) and
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
The preservation of Van Gogh’s legacy was handled by his family after both he and Theo died within months of each other: