Vincent van Gogh Self-Portrait with a Straw Hat Print

"I purposely bought a good enough mirror to work from myself, for want of a model." 🪞🎨

Created during van Gogh's transformative Parisian period in the summer of 1887, this intimate self-portrait reveals an artist in the midst of revolutionary change. Painted when van Gogh was just 34, the work captures him at a pivotal moment when he was absorbing the radical techniques of the Impressionists and Neo-Impressionists who would forever alter his artistic trajectory.

What makes this particular art print so compelling is van Gogh's masterful fusion of Neo-Impressionist technique with his own emerging visual language. The painting demonstrates his growing confidence with broken colour theory – notice how dashes of violet and pink ground peek through the composition, creating a luminous, almost breathing quality to the surface.

The iconic yellow straw hat serves as more than mere headwear; it's a bold colour statement that anchors the entire composition. Set against the cooler tones of his clothing and the subtle greys and blues of the background, the hat becomes a beacon of warmth and vitality. Van Gogh's rapid, energetic brushstrokes reveal an artist experimenting with new possibilities whilst maintaining his distinctive emotional intensity.

🎨 Why Choose This Art Print?
This isn’t just any reproduction. Our fine art posters use cutting-edge giclée fine art 12-colour printing technology to ensure every subtle hue is faithfully rendered. The smooth matte finish on FSC-certified paper keeps your art print glare-free and eco-friendly, perfect for collectors who care about sustainability and quality alike. What's more, ART SNOB prints every image at over 350 dpi, ensuring ultra-sharp clarity and incredible definition that truly stands out.

🌿 Key Features of Our Fine Art Posters:

• Vivid Colour: 12-colour giclée printing for museum-quality tones.

• Eco-Friendly: FSC-certified, sustainably sourced paper.

• Smooth Matte Finish: Minimal glare for a clean, gallery-like presentation.

• Customisable Sizes: Fits any frame or space.