Bouquet of Sunflowers (1881) by Claude Monet

Bouquet of Sunflowers — Claude Monet (1881)

Sun-baked yellows, rough-cut stems, and paint laid on with joyous speed. This fine-art reproduction—after Monet’s 1881 still life—turns a simple vase of sunflowers into light and movement: pulsing petals, textured impasto, and warm ochres set against cool blue-greys. Radiant, tactile, unmistakably Monet.

Why it captivates

• Colour glow — golden blooms vibrating against a cooler ground.

• Luscious texture — lively, impasto brushwork you can almost feel.

• Everyday made luminous — a tabletop bouquet elevated by light and paint.

• Warm presence — energising yet welcoming in kitchens, halls, and living spaces.

• Impressionist essential — spontaneity, colour harmony, and atmosphere over line.

What you’ll see

An earthenware vase brimming with sunflowers—heads at different stages, from tight buds to full, shaggy discs—set on a tabletop. Brisk strokes describe petals and leaves; the background shifts in soft blue and grey, letting the warm bouquet blaze forward. The whole surface stays active and alive.

A richer historical frame

Painted in 1881, this still life shows Monet applying the same outdoor eye to the studio: colour relationships first, detail second. Sunflowers—brief, brilliant, slightly unruly—become a study in warm–cool contrast and expressive brushwork, a perfect counterpoint to his rivers and skies.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)

• Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass.

• Keeps saturated yellows rich and glare low.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)

• Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, sealed edge-to-edge for durability.

• Wipe-clean surface—great for busy rooms and high-traffic spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)

• Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame needed.

• Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)

• Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for long life and deep tone.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)

• As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and cord.

• Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

687 × 841 mm (approx. 27.05 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.817 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A0 (841 × 1189 mm) — portrait with a generous mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic look: A0 frame with a mat window cut slightly undersize (e.g., ~683 × 837 mm) to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.

  • Contemporary look: Float-mount in an A0 frame; tall margins give a clean, gallery-style reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternate aspect ratios or an added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Art lovers & collectors seeking a bold, joyful Monet

• Interior stylists adding warmth to neutral schemes

• Kitchen & dining spaces needing a bright, welcoming focal point

• Gift-givers celebrating new homes and sunny milestones

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and fidelity of your piece.

Let Monet’s sunlit bouquet energise your space—order your fine-art print today.