A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte (Reproduction)
Framed print on paper • After Georges Seurat
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionism / Pointillism
Medium & Technique
Mechanical offset lithograph or digital print replicating the original pointillist oil painting technique
Creation Period
Late 20th century (reproduction of an 1884-1886 original)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches; Landscape format
Subject Description
A dense gathering of parisians relaxing at a park on the banks of the Seine river. The composition features stylized figures in profiles, children, and animals, originally created using millions of small dots of pure color.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible color shifting and fading, particularly in the lack of vibrant greens and yellows.
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $50 (Decorative value only)
Auction Estimate
$10 - $30
Provenance History
Mass-produced decorative print likely acquired from a retail frame shop or gallery in the 1980s or 1990s.
Art Historical Significance
The original painting is a foundational masterpiece of Post-Impressionism and the most famous example of pointillism; however, this specific item is a commercial reproduction without primary art historical value.
Notable Features
Includes a pink mat border and a thin metal frame characteristic of 1980s-90s interior decor trends.
Condition Issues
Visible sun-bleaching and color degradation (magenta/blue shift), light reflections on the glass, and standard wear to the late-20th-century metal frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent further fading. Professional conservation is not financially warranted for a commercial print.