The Poppy Field near Argenteuil — Claude Monet (1873)
A hillside washed with sun; green grasses stirred by breeze; red poppies pricking the field like notes of joy. This fine-art reproduction—after Monet’s 1873 Argenteuil masterpiece—puts light before line: brisk, readable strokes; fresh greens against scarlet blooms; figures strolling beneath a high summer sky. Open air, distilled—calm, spacious, uplifting.
Why it captivates
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Colour harmony — vivid reds vibrating against cool greens and sky blues.
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Light-led painting — broken brushwork that lets atmosphere carry the scene.
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Human scale — small figures anchor the sweep of meadow and cloud.
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Versatile mood — sunny and serene for living rooms, studios, and workspaces.
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Impressionist touchstone — a signature view from Monet’s Argenteuil years.
What you’ll see
A gently rising meadow thick with poppies, leading to a tree line under a luminous, cloud-bright sky. Strolling figures—a woman with parasol and a child—add rhythm and scale. Colour is laid in quick, confident touches so the whole surface breathes.
A richer historical frame
Painted near Paris during Monet’s Argenteuil period, this canvas shows what made early Impressionism radical: working outdoors, prioritising light effects and complementary colour (red/green) over precise contour. The result is both specific (a summer field) and timeless (the feeling of being there).
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
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Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass.
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Preserves subtle tonal shifts with minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
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Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, sealed edge-to-edge for durability.
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Wipe-clean surface—great for studios, classrooms, and high-traffic spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
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Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
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Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
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Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for deep tone and long life.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
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As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
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Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
841 × 560 mm (approx. 33.11 × 22.05 in)
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Orientation: Landscape
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Aspect ratio: ~1.502 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A0 (841 × 1189 mm) — landscape with a generous mat
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Framing tips:
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Classic look: A0 frame with a mat window cut slightly undersize (e.g., ~837 × 556 mm) to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.
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Contemporary look: Float-mount in an A0 frame for a calm, gallery-style reveal.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternate aspect ratios or an added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | The Poppy Field near Argenteuil |
| Painted/Date | Claude Monet, 1873 (Argenteuil) |
| Historical Context | Early Impressionist landscape emphasising light, colour vibration, and plein-air brushwork |
| Print Size | 841 mm (W) × 560 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Art lovers & collectors seeking a bright, quintessential Monet
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Interior stylists creating light, nature-forward spaces
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Wellness & workspace settings needing calm with a cheerful lift
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Gift-givers celebrating new homes and sunny outlooks
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia with careful colour management on premium substrates, 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 a summer hillside bloom indoors—order your fine-art print today.
