The Starry Night
Jigsaw puzzle reproduction of an oil painting on canvas • Vincent van Gogh (original artist)
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionism
Medium & Technique
Assembled die-cut cardboard representing original impasto and rhythmic brushwork techniques
Creation Period
Original painting 1889; Puzzle production contemporary (late 20th - early 21st century)
Dimensions & Format
Puzzle fragment; Original dimensions approximately 73.7 cm × 92.1 cm in landscape format
Subject Description
A dreamlike nocturnal landscape featuring a swirling night sky, a glowing crescent moon, and vibrant stars over a quiet village with a prominent, dark flame-like cypress tree in the foreground.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Fair - The item is an assembled puzzle with visible seams, edge wear on pieces, and dust accumulation.
Estimated Market Value
Minimal (recreational value only - $10 to $30 USD range)
Auction Estimate
Negligible ($5 to $15 USD for secondary market puzzles)
Provenance History
Mass-market consumer product; original painting held in the permanent collection of The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) since 1941.
Art Historical Significance
Iconic masterpiece of Western art, representing Van Gogh's emotional state and technical innovation during his stay at the Saint-Paul-de-Mausole asylum.
Notable Features
Depicted alongside other famous artworks (like Matisse's 'The Dessert: Harmony in Red') in a 'gallery' themed puzzle composition.
Condition Issues
Visible puzzle grid lines, minor chipping at interlocking edges, and potential for missing pieces.
Conservation Recommendations
If valued as a decorative object, glue to a backing board and frame behind UV-protective glass; keep away from high humidity.