Cafe Terrace At Night Appraisal

Framed Artwork: Cafe Terrace at Night (Van Gogh Style)

This item is a framed reproduction, likely a print or poster, of Vincent van Gogh's famous painting, 'Cafe Terrace at Night.' The artwork depicts a vibrant nocturnal scene of a café terrace under a starry sky. The colors are vivid, with a dominant use of yellows and blues, characteristic of Van Gogh's style. The painting shows a bustling outdoor cafe with patrons seated at tables. The foreground features numerous small, rounded forms in blues and yellows, creating a unique textural effect on what appears to be a cobblestone street. The background elements include buildings with blue-toned walls and windows, and a night sky filled with bright, swirling stars and a prominent cafe awning in bright yellow, casting light onto the scene below. Two streetlights or lanterns hanging from the awning brightly illuminate the foreground. The piece is housed within a wooden frame of a medium brown hue, exhibiting a simple, classic profile. There is a wide, dark blue mat surrounding the artwork, which adds depth and prominence to the central image. Reflections are visible on the protective glazing, suggesting it is either glass or acrylic, and impede a clear view of some details, particularly reflections of the person taking the photograph. The overall condition appears good, with no immediately visible damage to the artwork itself, although light wear and dust might be present on the frame consistent with age and handling. This is a decorative piece, likely from the late 20th or early 21st century, designed to evoke the iconic Post-Impressionist era.