Café Terrace at Night (Reproduction Stamp/Sticker)
Mass-produced sticker or novelty postage stamp; decorative printed ephemera. • Original painting by Vincent van Gogh (1888); this item is a commercial reproduction of unknown manufacture.
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionism (original style); Contemporary commercial kitsch (current item).
Medium & Technique
Mechanical offset lithography or digital inkjet printing on adhesive-backed paper with perforated edges.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (modern commercial production).
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 2.5 x 3.5 cm; vertical portrait format with scalloped (perforated) borders.
Subject Description
A miniature reproduction of Van Gogh's 1888 view of the Place du Forum in Arles, featuring a yellow café terrace under a starry indigo sky, utilizing high color contrast.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good condition. The item appears intact but shows slight blurring characteristic of low-resolution miniature printing.
Estimated Market Value
Minimal ($0.05 - $1.00 USD).
Auction Estimate
N/A; not a fine art item suitable for auction.
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired as part of a stationery set, sticker sheet, or museum gift shop novelty item.
Art Historical Significance
Negligible as a physical object. The original 1888 painting is world-renowned as one of the first instances of Van Gogh's 'starry sky' motifs, but this is a mass-market reproduction.
Notable Features
Perforated 'postage stamp' edge design suggests a philatelic aesthetic, though it lacks currency denomination or country of origin marks.
Condition Issues
Minor edge wear consistent with handling; adhesive backing may degrade or yellow over time.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent ink fading; store in a dry environment to maintain adhesive integrity.