Monday, October 20, 2008

Blue Monday - van Gogh's Irises


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Vincent van Gogh painted a beautiful picture called, Irises. The flowers are a bluish-purple. Here's a copy:



We recently painted our guest bathroom a soft blue. The wall is actually a softer blue than the picture shows. I wanted some art work to hang over the towel rack. I had an old brown, wooden frame, and I asked my husband to paint it white to match the woodwork. I took a large chip with the wall paint on it and matched it to a print of Irises at a picture frame shop in our local mall. I put the print into the newly-painted white frame. Here it is!


This is another shot of the picture. It's taken while looking into the white framed mirror. I used white, fluffy towels because I think that the white tones down the blue and allows the picture to "fit."



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56 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 12:03 AM

    What a fabulous choice for the wall of the bathroom. I love the wide white frame against the wall color. Very nice!

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  2. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 12:06 AM

    I love the way your Van Gogh framed print looks in your bathroom!! The white painted frame against the blue walls is beautiful!...Donna

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  3. ColoradoladyOctober 20, 2008 at 12:22 AM

    What a beautiful color combination. I love accents using white in a bathroom, it makes everything look so crisp. Lovely Blue Monday Post.

    Have a great week Sally!

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  4. fitty's pinky rose cottageOctober 20, 2008 at 12:32 AM

    looks like we have something in common. I do have the same picture. Irises. reproduction handpainted I bought from a friend. I have it hang in my bedroom.

    this is one of my fave pictures from Van Gogh. happy blue Monday! have a great week!

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  5. squawmamaOctober 20, 2008 at 12:45 AM

    Sally that is a beautiful print and looks so good in your bathroom... Just love it!!!

    (((HUGS)))
    Donna

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  6. Life on the EdgeOctober 20, 2008 at 12:56 AM

    Van Gogh was such a fantastic artist. I loved his use of the primary colors. This is a wonderful painting! It looks terrific in your bathroom!

    Kady

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  7. CharmingdesignsOctober 20, 2008 at 1:12 AM

    Its not monday just yet...but I have some blue goodies. laurie

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  8. CathyOctober 20, 2008 at 1:22 AM

    I love the color of your bathroom, and the picture is so pretty.

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  9. RuthieOctober 20, 2008 at 1:37 AM

    The print and the wall paint compliment each other so much and looks really great! So clever you are to do this.

    Smiles.

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  10. KimOctober 20, 2008 at 1:37 AM

    Beautiful picture an lovely shade of blue on your bathroom walls. What nice accents.
    *smiles*
    Kim

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  11. NeabearOctober 20, 2008 at 2:40 AM

    I love the way that picture looks on your bathroom wall. It fits perfect there.

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  12. imjacobsmomOctober 20, 2008 at 2:42 AM

    Well, that looks great in your freshly painted bathroom! Happy Blue Monday! ~ Robyn

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  13. PattyOctober 20, 2008 at 4:21 AM

    You make me wish I had painted my bathroom blue. The picture looks great -- I love the white frame against the wall color.

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  14. Gemma WisemanOctober 20, 2008 at 4:53 AM

    What wonderful blues for the bathroom! And adore that print in the white frame as an extra touch!

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  15. SherrieOctober 20, 2008 at 5:21 AM

    Hi!
    Your bathroom is beautiful! Love the picture of the Iris's. It really shows off the blue of the wall. My Blue Monday is posted. It is here:

    http://sherrie-plummer.blogspot.com/

    Just click on Sherrie's Stuff and you'll go right there. Take Care!!

    Sherrie

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  16. DawnOctober 20, 2008 at 6:01 AM

    Your framed print is beautiful! It looks great in the white frame. What a classy bathroom!

    take care,
    Dawn

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  17. MojoOctober 20, 2008 at 6:11 AM

    I'm on the road for a few days with very limited access, but I'll get around to everybody I can either while I'm gone or when I get back.
    Meanhile, I submit for your approval:
    Blue Monday #4: Deep Blue Sea Redux - No Devils Allowed

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  18. DirkjogtOctober 20, 2008 at 6:33 AM

    Nice painted, the bathroom AND the painting (I like Van Gogh's paintings).

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  19. Theresa @ Take A Sentimental JourneyOctober 20, 2008 at 7:53 AM

    Pretty picture and pretty blue bathroom color.Have a great day.

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  20. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 8:06 AM

    Love it! It looks wonderful. Nice choices!

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  21. SweetieOctober 20, 2008 at 8:15 AM

    The copy of the Van Gogh is beautiful. It adds so much to the guest bathroom. Accents really make a difference. Happy Blue Monday!
    Sweetie

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  22. Ramblins of a middle-aged goddessOctober 20, 2008 at 8:42 AM

    I love blue too..It is a calming color. Our dining room and kitchen are blue. Beautiful print in the white frame...Thanks for stopping by. My leg pain is not night time..It is severe pain in my HIPS which radiate down my legs..I think it is sciatica. Thanks for the info

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  23. KimOctober 20, 2008 at 8:46 AM

    Sally,

    The Van Gogh art print is lovely and looks beautiful in the white frame against the blue walls. I love the shade of blue you chose for the wall color. It reminds me of the color of my sister's bridesmaids dresses that we wore in her wedding.

    Have a great day!!

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  24. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 8:58 AM

    Very pretty! I love blue and white together.

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  25. KnittyOctober 20, 2008 at 9:10 AM

    Beautiful! I am enjoying these Blue Monday posts so much. Thanks for doing this.

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  26. Grandma FaithOctober 20, 2008 at 9:26 AM

    Sally, your Van Gogh Irises look stunning in the white frame on the blue wall. You "got it all together" perfectly. Take care, Faith

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  27. SalmagundiOctober 20, 2008 at 9:37 AM

    Your blue bathroom looks so calming and spa-like. I know you will enjoy it!!! Sally

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  28. Susan HickamOctober 20, 2008 at 9:39 AM

    Lovely Van Gough! He is one of my favorites.

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  29. DarleneOctober 20, 2008 at 10:12 AM

    That print looks GREAT in your blue bathroom....very pretty!

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  30. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 10:19 AM

    The colours you've chosen are beautiful Sally.
    The painting is lovely and the wall colour in the blue and accenting with the white is really smart! You did well matching up!

    Thank you for hosting Blue Monday today. I finally was able to get in and link up.
    Have a great day
    Judi

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  31. KilllashandraOctober 20, 2008 at 10:29 AM

    That's the perfect print! Great combination. My mom just gave me a bunch Iris bulbs that we put in the ground. I'm hoping for lots of them come spring. :)

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  32. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM

    Morning Sally, I love the painting and it looks awesome on your wall. Actually, I've used the "I'm a Little Teapot" song before!! lol
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  33. BabaOctober 20, 2008 at 11:05 AM

    Hi sally, I have this same print, but mine is in the garage.. I no longer use it..Yours looks great in the bathroom with the pretty painted walls..thanks for sharing with us..
    Have a good day. hugs, Baba

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  34. nikkicrumpetOctober 20, 2008 at 11:08 AM

    It's the perfect picture in the perfect spot...it really adds a lovely touch to your bathroom!

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  35. sweetmemorymakingmomOctober 20, 2008 at 11:19 AM

    Sally, That is a pretty picture. I also love the color of your bathroom. HMMMM! LoL
    hugs, Ellen

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  36. LindaOctober 20, 2008 at 11:23 AM

    That is a pretty painting. I have my guest bathroom painted blue as well.

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  37. Anne FannieOctober 20, 2008 at 11:49 AM

    Goodmorning Sally, love your bathroom and the picture looks great! I like the white towels with the light blue walls.
    Happy Blue Monday!
    Love, Ann

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  38. CharmingdesignsOctober 20, 2008 at 11:54 AM

    Thanks, I linked up and got my name on the list.lol. Sorry about that. Laurie

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  39. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 12:21 PM

    Good afternoon Sally,
    I really like your painting. It's so pretty and the frame is just lovely. I have a Van Gough in my bathroom too. We are similiar in so many ways :>) Are you sure your not some long lost sister? LOL

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  40. CharmingdesignsOctober 20, 2008 at 1:09 PM

    I don't understand...I have hit "enter" on Mr.Linky 3 different times Is it there yet? Laurie

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  41. Needled MomOctober 20, 2008 at 1:09 PM

    What a beautiful painting for the room. The blues are so calming.

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  42. Stacy at Exceedingly MundaneOctober 20, 2008 at 1:19 PM

    That's just the prettiest, softest shade of blue! And the white frame and white mouldings really set if off, great job :)

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  43. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 1:46 PM

    I just came from the lake to the town and can now visit you and others.
    You have again so fine blue things here, thank you !

    I wish you happy week!

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  44. VylatOctober 20, 2008 at 2:38 PM

    Just got back from Florida--there on holiday. Hey, I'd like to participate in blue monday.

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  45. Liz HarrellOctober 20, 2008 at 3:43 PM

    That print is lovely against that wall color!

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  46. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 4:19 PM

    I adore that wall color.... it is just the prefect blue.... and the Van Gogh is just wonderfu.....l those colors are just amazing... I love anything Impressionist..... Renoir is my favorite.......
    HUgs
    Linda

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  47. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 4:19 PM

    I adore that wall color.... it is just the prefect blue.... and the Van Gogh is just wonderfu.....l those colors are just amazing... I love anything Impressionist..... Renoir is my favorite.......
    HUgs
    Linda

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  48. AnonymousOctober 20, 2008 at 4:19 PM

    I adore that wall color.... it is just the prefect blue.... and the Van Gogh is just wonderfu.....l those colors are just amazing... I love anything Impressionist..... Renoir is my favorite.......
    HUgs
    Linda

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  49. Heidi Jo the ArtistOctober 20, 2008 at 5:06 PM

    Van Gogh is one of my favorite artists! The print looks beautiful in your bathroom. Happy Blue Monday!

    Heidi Jo the Artist
    http://swirlsofcreativity.etsy.com
    http://swirlsofcreativity.blogspot.com

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  50. CherdecorOctober 20, 2008 at 6:35 PM

    I love Van Gogh's paintings and especially the Iris. Everything looks so fresh and clean in your guest bath.

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  51. Cottage RoseOctober 20, 2008 at 9:00 PM

    Hey Smiling Sal; I so love your bathroom. The blue color is just so pretty, and the picture really looks amazing in there. Great job.

    Hugs;
    Alaura

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  52. MARIAOctober 20, 2008 at 11:01 PM

    Beautiful!!!
    Great job!

    Happy Blue Monday!

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  53. Jules from "The Roost"October 20, 2008 at 11:24 PM

    Love your soft blue walls. When I moved into my house 2 years ago the fist thing I did was pant the morning room/sun room an icy blue!

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  54. Fleur de BeeOctober 21, 2008 at 1:05 AM

    Hi Sally! I am not so much a blue girl....the afterlife here of a TOO blue room with blue everything you can possibly imagine lol! I will however make one os my Marie Antoinette Puffs in blue and post it next week to join in. How fun!

    Thanks for always visiting and your sweet comments!

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  55. Cami @ Creating MyselfOctober 21, 2008 at 8:33 AM

    Hello! Thansk for the comment & the visit!

    I love that shade of blue. On my puter, it's almost a periwinkle & it's just lovely!

    Cami

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  56. UnknownOctober 21, 2008 at 10:22 AM

    It's so pretty. Thanks!

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Sally