Authentic René Magritte print – The Month of the Grape Harvest 1959 Poster
This René Magritte print captures the surreal sight of bowler-hatted men peering through an open window. This vintage surrealist wall art is produced on museum-grade matte paper.
What You Will Receive
- Made to order, museum-grade art print. Frame not included unless stated.
- Printed on 200 GSM premium matte paper for crisp detail and zero glare.
- Archival giclée inks that resist fading for decades.
- Multiple size options. Use the selector above.
- Protective packaging: rigid mailer or sturdy tube.
Print Quality
Every print is produced using state-of-the-art giclée technology on heavyweight 200 GSM matte paper. The non-reflective surface eliminates glare while the archival pigment inks deliver rich, accurate colours designed to last a lifetime.
Size Guide
For walls above furniture, choose a print roughly two thirds to three quarters the width of the piece below it. Smaller sizes up to 11×14 inches suit gallery walls. Larger formats of 18×24 inches and above create striking focal points.
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Shipping
Every order is printed on demand. Processing takes 3 to 5 business days, then ships free worldwide with tracking.
| Region | Processing | Delivery | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 3–5 days | 2–6 days | 5–11 days |
| Canada | 3–5 days | 5–10 days | 8–15 days |
| UK & Europe | 3–5 days | 5–10 days | 8–15 days |
| Australia & NZ | 3–5 days | 8–15 days | 11–20 days |
| Asia | 3–5 days | 7–15 days | 10–20 days |
| Rest of world | 3–5 days | 10–20 days | 13–25 days |
📦 Packaging
Prints up to 12×18 inches ship flat in rigid cardboard mailers with backing board. Larger prints are rolled in sturdy tubes with protective end caps. Every package includes moisture barriers and Handle With Care labels.
Returns and Replacements
- 30-day return window from delivery. No questions asked.
- Report damage within 48 hours with photos for a free replacement.
- Full refunds for eligible returns in original condition.
- Cancel before production starts for a complete refund.
- Return shipping covered for defective or incorrect items.
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How to Care for Your Print
Follow these steps to keep your print looking gallery fresh for decades.
Handling
Allow rolled prints to relax flat for 30 to 60 minutes. Handle by the edges with clean, dry hands and avoid touching the printed surface.
Placement
Avoid direct sunlight, heat sources and high humidity areas. North-facing walls receive less UV. Use LED or incandescent lighting instead of fluorescent.
Framing
Use acid-free mats and UV protective glass or acrylic for maximum longevity. Leave a small gap between print and glazing for airflow.
Cleaning
Dust framed glass with a soft cloth. Spray the cloth, not the glass. For unframed prints, use a dry microfibre cloth and never apply liquids to the surface.
Climate
Keep temperature at 18–24 °C and humidity at 40–60%. Avoid attics, basements and garages where conditions swing widely.
Storage
Store flat in acid-free folders, interleaved with tissue paper, in a cool dark place. Never fold. Check stored prints annually.
⚠️ Avoid
- Prolonged direct sunlight or fluorescent lighting.
- Bathrooms, kitchens and areas above heat sources.
- Tape, adhesives or liquids applied directly to the print.
- Rolling with the image facing inward as this can crack the ink layer.
- Extreme or rapid temperature and humidity changes.
📊 Expected Lifespan
- 100+ years when framed with UV protective glazing and indirect light.
- 50–75 years when framed with standard glass and indirect light.
- 25–50 years when stored correctly in darkness.
This René Magritte print presents a faithful reproduction of the artist’s 1959 work, The Month of the Grape Harvest. The composition centers on a window opened wide into a room with deep blue walls. Outside, the viewer is met by an array of identical men wearing dark overcoats and black bowler hats. They stand in neat, dense rows against a bright, cloudy sky. This specific imagery is a hallmark of the Belgian artist’s exploration of anonymity and the uncanny within the everyday. By placing the subjects outside looking in, rather than inside looking out, the work reverses traditional expectations of privacy and observation.
The Enduring Legacy of the René Magritte print
In the world of mid-century art, few images remain as recognizable as the man in the bowler hat. Our René Magritte print brings this specific 1959 vision to your walls with high-resolution clarity. The subtle variations in the gray and blue tones of the coats, contrasted against the pale, textured sky, are preserved through professional large-format printing. This piece is a significant example of how vintage surrealist wall art can alter the perceived space of a room. The window frame acts as a secondary border within the image, creating a layered depth that draws the eye toward the rhythmic repetition of the figures. It is an exploration of the collective versus the individual, a theme that occupied much of the artist’s later career.
Technical Specifications and Museum Quality
We produce every René Magritte print using 200 GSM museum-grade matte paper. This heavy-weight stock ensures that the poster remains flat and resists curling when placed in a frame. To capture the precise hues of the 1959 original, we utilize fade-resistant archival inks. These inks provide a deep, non-reflective finish that eliminates glare, making the artwork visible from any angle in a well-lit room. Whether you choose the physical poster or a high-resolution digital download, the quality remains consistent. The digital option provides a 300 DPI file, suitable for printing at various sizes while maintaining the integrity of the brushstrokes and textures visible in the original canvas.
Styling Your Surrealist Window Painting
Integrating a surrealist window painting into a modern interior requires an appreciation for minimalism and bold conceptual ideas. This print functions exceptionally well in a study, home office, or living area where it can serve as a primary focal point. Because of its cool color palette—dominated by blues, grays, and whites—it pairs effectively with natural wood furniture or industrial metal accents. As a bowler hat man poster, it carries a sense of intellectual curiosity. Collectors often include this piece in a mid-century modern gallery decor arrangement, surrounding it with other monochrome photography or geometric abstracts to emphasize its structured composition.
About the Artist and The Month of the Grape Harvest
René Magritte was a pioneer of the surrealist movement, known for challenging the observer’s preconditioned perceptions of reality. The Month of the Grape Harvest, painted in 1959, is one of his more enigmatic works from his final decade. Unlike some of his more chaotic early works, this painting is orderly and quiet. The title itself provides a layer of irony, as there are no grapes or harvest scenes visible; instead, we are presented with a harvest of humanity, standardized and uniform. Owning a René Magritte print allows you to engage with these complex philosophical questions daily. The repetition of the figures suggests a loss of identity, a common critique of the suburban and corporate life emerging during the mid-twentieth century.
- Paper: 200 GSM museum-grade matte finish.
- Inks: Fade-resistant archival, professional large-format.
- Framing: Ships unframed, standard frame-ready.
- Digital download: 300 DPI PDF/JPG at $3.90.
Each René Magritte print we ship is handled with care to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. The matte finish of the paper provides a soft, sophisticated look that highlights the intentionality of Magritte’s brushwork. By selecting this piece, you are choosing a work that continues to influence modern graphic design and cinematography. This is fan-inspired artwork and an original artistic interpretation. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially licensed by any studio, production company, label, artist, photographer, or rights holder.
Price range: $3.90 through $59.90
Price range: $3.90 through $59.90
Price range: $3.90 through $59.90
Price range: $3.90 through $59.90
