What you are looking at
Branches of white almond blossom spread across a clear turquoise sky, seen from below and close up.
Why it is famous
Van Gogh painted it in early 1890 as a gift when his brother Theo and Theo's wife Jo had a son, named Vincent after him. Blossoming trees stand for new life, and the flat, bold design shows his love of Japanese prints.
How big is Almond Blossom?
Almond Blossom measures 73.5 × 92 cm (28.9 × 36.2 in), without its frame. Its surface is about one and a half times the area of the Mona Lisa.
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Where to see it
It is at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, whose collection was built from the family's own holdings.
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Frequently asked questions
Who painted Almond Blossom?
Vincent van Gogh painted Almond Blossom in 1890.
Where is Almond Blossom?
Almond Blossom is in the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
How big is Almond Blossom?
73.5 × 92 cm (28.9 × 36.2 in). Its surface is about one and a half times the area of the Mona Lisa.
What is Almond Blossom made with?
Oil on canvas.
Sources: Van Gogh Museum, "Almond Blossom"; Wikipedia, "Almond Blossoms"; Wikidata Q131406490; Wikipedia, "Almond Blossom". Checked October 17, 2026. How we check.