{"product_id":"black-ceramic-mug-vintage-floral-bouquet-art-coffee-cup","title":"The Expressive Soul | Van Gogh Bouquet of Flowers in a Vase Mug | The Floral Gallery","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe Curator’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 0.5em; margin-bottom: 0.5em;\"\u003eVincent van Gogh could make even inanimate objects feel alive, and this Bouquet of Flowers is notable for its special quality. It reminds us of the mixed bouquets he painted in Paris, but the blocky brushwork and rich ochers connect it to his last days in Auvers. I picked this piece for \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThe Floral Gallery\u003c\/span\u003e because it shows Van Gogh at his boldest and most direct. The painting seems like a puzzle, linking his earlier decorative style to the powerful, almost abstract energy of his final works. Looking at it, even over your morning coffee, you can sense an artist in the middle of change.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMastery: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhat makes this painting special is its 'brick-shape hatchings,' a technique Van Gogh used near the end of his life to add rhythm together with structure to his work. Instead of the mild blending you see in most still lifes, these bold, quick strokes give the painting a lively energy. By choosing this piece from the Met Open Access Archive, we’ve kept the textured, hands-on feel of the paint, so you can really sense the strength and style of Van Gogh’s last summer in the way this vessel looks and feels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vincent van Gogh (Dutch, 1853–1890)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Original:\u003c\/strong\u003e An oil on canvas masterpiece from his time in Paris, currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vessel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11oz or 15oz premium ceramic. Weighted for a comfortable hold, specifically finished to highlight the heavy \"impasto\" texture and vibrant palette of the original oil painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003ePreserving the Masterpiece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eTo ensure the striking pigments of the Floral Gallery remain just as vivid as the day they were applied, we recommend the following care for your 15oz vessel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Tender Touch:\u003c\/strong\u003e While our ceramics are premium and durable, we recommend hand-washing with a soft sponge and mild soap to preserve the expressive brushstrokes over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Modern Ease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your mug is dishwasher-safe (top rack recommended) and microwave-safe for your daily rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Grace:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid abrasive scrubbers or harsh chemical cleaners, which may dull the archival-quality finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Printify","offers":[{"title":"11oz","offer_id":42897417437232,"sku":"16319566007759083855","price":24.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15oz","offer_id":42897417470000,"sku":"25425097610421200275","price":28.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/2226\/3600\/files\/20260419225418-1f13c42b-240c-626a-a515-1243715054a1.png?v=1776639392","url":"https:\/\/mugartclassic.com\/products\/black-ceramic-mug-vintage-floral-bouquet-art-coffee-cup","provider":"MugArtClassic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}