Poppy Field (Champ de coquelicots), after Vincent van Gogh
Miniature reproduction, novelity sticker or decorative stamp-format print on adhesive-backed paper • Original composition by Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890); this object is a mass-produced reproduction
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionism (original style); Contemporary novelty/merchandise (this item)
Medium & Technique
Mechanical offset lithography or digital inkjet printing on perforated paper; replicating original oil on canvas impasto and brushwork
Creation Period
Modern (Late 20th - Early 21st Century)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 2.5 x 3.5 cm; landscape orientation; postage stamp format with perforated edges
Subject Description
A vibrant field of red poppies in the foreground with a line of dark green cypress-like trees and a turbulent blue and white sky in the background. Inspired by Van Gogh's Auvers-sur-Oise period.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; no visible fading, tears, or loss of adhesive functionality
Estimated Market Value
$0.01 - $1.00 USD
Auction Estimate
Negligible; typically sold in bulk lots of ephemera
Provenance History
Likely acquired as part of a stationery set, museum gift shop souvenir, or hobbyist sticker pack; no individual ownership marks
Art Historical Significance
Represents the commodification of iconic Post-Impressionist imagery in low-cost popular culture; facilitates the wide-scale dissemination of Van Gogh's aesthetic to the general public.
Notable Features
Mimics the physical characteristics of a postage stamp (perforated edges, white border) but lacks denomination or country of origin, indicating it is decorative 'cinderella' ephemera.
Condition Issues
None; pristine condition for a paper ephemeral item
Conservation Recommendations
Store in a dry, pH-neutral environment; avoid direct sunlight to prevent UV-induced pigment fading