Noon: Rest from Work (after Millet) / La Méridienne
Reproduction print (likely offset lithograph) on paper • Original composition by Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890); present item is a mass-produced reproduction.
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionism (original style)
Medium & Technique
Mechanical printing technique replicating Vincent van Gogh's impasto oil painting through standard color reproduction.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (modern reproduction)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 24 inches; landscape format
Subject Description
Two peasants—a man and a woman—resting in the shade of a haystack during the heat of the midday sun. Their shoes and sickles are placed nearby, with a wagon and oxen visible in the background against a bright sky.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair; visible color shifting toward blue (cyan) and fading due to UV exposure.
Estimated Market Value
$10 - $30 USD
Auction Estimate
$5 - $20 USD
Provenance History
Likely purchased from a museum gift shop or home decor retailer; framed in a modern standard frame.
Art Historical Significance
The original painting (1889-90) was created by Van Gogh while at the asylum in Saint-Rémy de Provence. It is a tribute to Jean-François Millet and is considered one of Van Gogh's masterpieces of color and rhythm. This item is a commercial copy for decorative use.
Notable Features
The most notable feature is the significant chromatic shift, where the yellow hay and golden fields of the original have faded into a cool blue-grey palette.
Condition Issues
Severe color degradation (loss of yellows/reds), possible paper buckling under glass, and frame wear.
Conservation Recommendations
No professional conservation recommended due to minimal commercial value; if kept, move away from direct sunlight to prevent further fading.