He corresponds with his brother Theo, who also becomes an art dealer.
Early education: In 1869, Van Gogh began an apprenticeship at the international art dealer Goupil & Cie in Paris, where he worked for almost a decade. He corresponds with his brother Theo, who also becomes an art dealer. In 1880 Vincent left Goupil & Cie, tried a religious career and later, with financial support from Theo, decided to pursue art.