A Sunday on La Grande Jatte
Framed commercial fine art print or reproduction on paper • After Georges Seurat (original artist)
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionism / Neo-Impressionism / Pointillism
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography / photomechanical reproduction on paper, replicating pointillism / divisionism technique
Creation Period
Late 20th century (reproduction of 1884-1886 original painting)
Dimensions & Format
Medium-large horizontal rectangular format, approximately 24 x 36 inches including frame
Subject Description
A well-known 19th-century Parisian Sunday scene depicting numerous people relaxing in a park by the Seine river, including distinct figures such as a woman with a parasol and a monkey on a leash, rendered in dots of pure color.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good condition. The print itself appears clean and stable behind glass, with standard contemporary framing showing minor wear.
Estimated Market Value
$30 - $75
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50
Provenance History
Commercial retail or secondary framing acquisition; standard decorative art market origin
Art Historical Significance
The original painting by Georges Seurat is a foundational masterpiece of Neo-Impressionism and pointillism, though this specific item is a mass-produced decorative reproduction lacking original fine art value.
Notable Features
Double-matted in cream and red tones within a textured dark brown wooden frame, capturing one of the most iconic compositions in art history.
Condition Issues
None readily apparent from visual inspection other than typical ambient light reflection off the protective glass covering.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the paper and inks; maintain in stable indoor temperature and humidity.