The hidden science swirling in 'The Starry Night'
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Physicists have been captivated by the idea of quantifying the turbulence present in Van Gogh's paintings, raising questions about how art can intersect with scientific principles.
Turbulence, a concept familiar in fluid dynamics, represents chaotic patterns that can be mathematically formulated and has sparked a new line of inquiry in analyzing artwork.
The challenge for researchers lies in developing a mathematical approach to assess the turbulent motion depicted in Van Gogh’s art, reflecting the complexity of fluid dynamics.
Van Gogh’s paintings visually encapsulate various forms of turbulence, much like the chaotic natural phenomena of the universe, suggesting potential parallels between art and science.
Read at Washington Post
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