Van Gogh Classic Painting Irises Floral Botanical Postcard

Van Gogh’s Irises (1889) is a vibrant post-Impressionist masterpiece created during his stay at the Saint-Paul-de-Mausole asylum in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. The painting captures a profusion of purple irises in full bloom, their petals rendered with bold, swirling brushstrokes and rich blue hues that evoke movement and energy. A single white blossom stands out amid the sea of purple, symbolising hope and purity. The composition is framed by a backdrop of warm orange and yellow tones, inspired by Japanese woodblock prints, which add depth and contrast. Van Gogh’s meticulous attention to detail—from the delicate veins of the leaves to the asymmetrical arrangement of the flowers—reflects his fascination with nature’s intricate beauty. This work, painted during a period of personal turmoil, balances raw emotion with serene observation, embodying the artist’s belief in art as a therapeutic force.