The Equatorial Jungle (1909) by Henri Rousseau

The Equatorial Jungle (1909) — Henri Rousseau

Lush, dream-bright, and eerily still. Rousseau’s Equatorial Jungle invites you into a world of layered greens and moonlit calm—broad fronds, waxy leaves, and luminous blooms arranged with the precise innocence that made the Douanier a legend. It’s a painting that hushes the room: fantasy rendered with botanical devotion.

Why it captivates

• Mythic stillness — a jungle that feels both imagined and meticulously observed.

• Signature Rousseau — flat planes, crisp contours, and hypnotic patterning.

• Lush palette — deep emeralds and midnight blues lifted by coral and cream blooms.

• Conversation piece — naïve poetry meeting sophisticated design.

• Versatile statement — anchors living rooms, studies, and serene bedrooms.

What you’ll see

A dense tapestry of foliage—stacked palms, spear leaves, and broad, lacquered fronds—interleaved with exotic blossoms and hints of hidden fauna. The composition builds like a chord: repeating leaf shapes, quiet symmetry, and a cool, watchful glow that suggests eyes in the undergrowth.

A richer historical frame

Self-taught and celebrated by avant-garde circles, Henri Rousseau transformed borrowed botanical specimens and museum displays into jungles of the mind. By 1909, his late style was fully formed: pattern as poetry, colour as calm, narrative held in suspension. Works like The Equatorial Jungle show why modernists—from Picasso to the Surrealists—revered his uncompromising vision.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
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 rich colour and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

841 × 769 mm (approx. 33.11 × 30.28 in)

• Orientation: Landscape (near-square)

• Aspect ratio: ~1.09 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: 70 × 100 cm landscape with a custom mat window cut to ~837 × 765 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

• Framing tips:

  • Classic: warm off-white mat, slim walnut or black moulding.

  • Contemporary: float-mount in a 70 × 100 cm or A0 frame for generous negative space.

• A-size option: Prefer A-series? We can supply an A1-friendly 594 × 841 mm version on request.

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

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Modern-art lovers drawn to bold colour and calm pattern

• Designers & stylists curating lush, tranquil interiors

• Collectors of Post-Impressionist and naïve masterpieces

• Gift-givers seeking a striking, serene statement

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 historical integrity of your piece.

Let Rousseau’s dream-green canopy settle into your space—order your Equatorial Jungle print today.