Garden of the Hospital in Arles (Hospital Ward)
Modern print / Lithograph on paper after the original painting • After Vincent van Gogh
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionism (original style); Contemporary Printmaking
Medium & Technique
Color lithography; reproduction technique replicating the post-impressionist brushwork and color palette of the original oil painting
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (Contemporary reproduction of an 1889 painting)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 50 x 60 cm (image); Landscape format with wide white margins
Subject Description
A vibrant courtyard garden within the Hospital of the Espace Van Gogh in Arles, featuring a central circular fountain, manicured flower beds divided by paths, and architectural arcades in the background. The composition is framed by stylized vertical tree trunks.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; appears as a modern, well-preserved print with clean margins and no visible fading or foxing
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $300 USD
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired via an auction house (as indicated by the owner) or a museum gift shop; part of a limited edition run as indicated by the numbering in the lower-left corner
Art Historical Significance
The original 1889 painting represents a critical period in Van Gogh's life following his mental breakdown. As a print, this object reflects the enduring mass appeal and commercial legacy of Van Gogh's Arles period which significantly influenced modern art history.
Notable Features
Includes a facsimile or institutional signature in the lower-right margin and edition numbering (e.g., xxx/500) in the lower-left; printed on high-quality bright white art paper
Condition Issues
None visible from the photograph; however, as a work on paper, it is susceptible to UV light damage and humidity if not framed correctly
Conservation Recommendations
Frame using UV-protective glass and acid-free archival matting; display away from direct sunlight to prevent pigment degradation appearing in the vibrant yellows and blues
Collector Notes
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