Anthon Gerard Alexander van Rappard (May 14, 1858, Zeist - March 21, 1892, Santpoort) was a Dutch painter, draughtsman. He was a pupil of Lawrence Alma-Tadema and for about four years a friend and mentor of Vincent van Gogh, who appreciated him, amongst other reasons, for his social engagement. The letters Van Gogh wrote to Van Rappard are a main source for Van Gogh's biography and work.

Today, Van Rappard's works are rare due to his short life. His paintings are highly prized.

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Jaap W. Brouwer, Jan Laurens Siesling & Jacques Vis, Anthon van Rappard, companion & correspondent of Vincent van Gogh; his life & all his works, De Arbeiderspers, Amsterdam & Gary Schwartz, Maarssen 1974 ISBN 90-295-3441-9

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