Description
Van Gogh’s Birds’ Nests, hand-painted in oil
Painted in Nuenen in 1885, this unusual still life gathers several real birds’ nests, which Van Gogh collected on his walks, on a table against a deep dark ground, their woven twigs and moss caught in warm browns and greens. He loved these ‘human nests in miniature’ and painted them with tender, close attention, finding beauty in the intricate work of nature.
Our version is a hand-painted oil reproduction, brushed onto canvas by a senior studio artist so the woven nests and earthy ground keep the character of the original.
Where an unusual still life belongs
Absorbing and offbeat, it suits a study, a hallway or a nature-loving interior, and pairs well with wood and warm light.
Choose a hand-painted oil or a fine-art print
Order it as a hand-painted oil for genuine brushwork and impasto relief, finished by an experienced painter and made to order, or as an archival fine-art print for a smooth, even finish at a lower price. Select your size, orientation and framing above; every piece is prepared to your exact specification and inspected before it ships.





