A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte (Reproduction)
Print/Reproduction on paper behind glass • After Georges Seurat (French, 1859–1891)
Style & Movement
Neo-Impressionism / Pointillism (Reproduction)
Medium & Technique
Mechanical offset lithography or thermal transfer processing on paper/cardstock; mimicking the original Pointillist technique.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1970–1990)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches; Landscape format
Subject Description
A dense gathering of 19th-century Parisians relaxing at a park along the River Seine. The composition utilizes geometric simplification and a rigid structure to depict various social classes through stylized figures and animals.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; exhibiting significant color shift and fading due to UV exposure.
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $50 USD
Auction Estimate
$10 - $30 USD
Provenance History
Likely a mass-produced interior decor print purchased from a gallery or department store; no significant individual ownership history.
Art Historical Significance
As a reproduction, its significance lies in the enduring popularity of Seurat's original 1884 masterpiece, which is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago.
Notable Features
The image appears to have a textured effect or low-resolution screening visible in the highlight areas, common in late 20th-century commercial prints.
Condition Issues
Severe blue-magenta shift (fading of yellow pigments), potential paper buckling, and glare from reflective glazing.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent further fading; consider re-mating with acid-free materials if sentimentally valuable.