Description
Van Gogh’s Prawns and Mussels, hand-painted in oil
Painted in Paris in 1886, Prawns and Mussels is one of Van Gogh’s unusual, striking seafood still lifes: a heap of pink prawns and glossy dark mussels on a plate, painted with quick, confident strokes. Likely inspired by Japanese prints and the fresh colour of the Impressionists, it is a small, direct study in warm and cool contrast, simple and surprisingly modern.
Our version is a hand-painted oil reproduction, brushed onto canvas by a senior studio artist so the pink prawns and dark mussels keep the freshness of the original.
Where a seafood still life belongs
Fresh and characterful, it suits a kitchen, a dining room or a seaside-styled space, 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.





