Dance at Bougival (Danse à Bougival)
Reproduction; Miniature printed sticker or decorative stamp on paper • Pierre-Auguste Renoir (Original artist); Anonymous commercial printer (Fabrication)
Style & Movement
Impressionism (Original style); Contemporary Mass-Market Merchandise (Physical object)
Medium & Technique
Mechanical offset lithography or digital inkjet printing on adhesive-backed paper with serrated edge finishing
Creation Period
Modern reproduction (late 20th to 21st century) based on an 1883 original
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 1.5 x 1 inches; Miniature vertical portrait format with scalloped/serrated edges
Subject Description
A couple dancing in an outdoor café setting. The woman is Aline Charigot (Renoir’s future wife), wearing a white dress with red polka dots and a red bonnet. The man is Paul Lhote. The original iconography focuses on leisure, romance, and the fleeting moments of Parisian suburban life.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent (as a novelty item); clean edges and vibrant color reproduction
Estimated Market Value
$0.05 - $1.00 USD
Auction Estimate
Negligible; generally sold as part of a bulk collection of vintage-style stationery or stickers ($1 - $5 for a set)
Provenance History
Likely acquired as part of a stationery set, museum gift shop souvenir, or sticker collection. No institutional or fine art provenance.
Art Historical Significance
The original oil painting (now in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston) is one of Renoir's most beloved works, representing the shift from strict Impressionism to more defined forms. This specific object is a mass-produced facsimile reflecting the work's enduring popularity in visual culture.
Notable Features
The object mimics the appearance of a postage stamp but lacks postal denominations or country of origin, indicating it is a 'cinderella stamp' or decorative sticker.
Condition Issues
Minor risk of adhesive degradation or curling over time; no visible tears or fading
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; avoid high humidity to prevent the adhesive from activating or the paper from warping