Vincent Van Gogh Almond Blossoms Fanny Pack | Recycled Crossbody Belt Bag

Spring Arrives Early on an Almond Blossoms Fanny Pack

This Almond Blossoms fanny pack wraps Vincent Van Gogh's gentlest painting around a slim recycled bag. White blossoms open along slender brown branches. Behind them stretches a bright, clear blue sky.

Wear it at the waist as a Van Gogh belt bag, or as an Almond Blossoms crossbody bag. The strap adjusts to fit either way.

Product Details

• Material: 100% recycled GREEN CIRCLE taffeta
• Weight: 105 g / 3.7 oz
• Bag Size: 30 x 15 x 2 cm (11.8 in x 5.9 in x 0.79 in)
• Adjustable Strap: 52-92 cm (20.5-36.2 in)
• Back Zip Pocket: 17 cm (6.7 in)
• Capacity: Carries up to 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
• Part Number: L1002

A Gift for a Newborn Nephew

Van Gogh painted Almond Blossom at Saint-Remy in February 1890. His brother Theo and sister-in-law Jo had just had a son. The baby was named Vincent Willem, after his uncle.

The painter made the canvas as a gift for the child. Almond trees flower very early in the year, so the buds speak of new life. The Almond Blossoms fanny pack carries that message of new beginnings.

Lessons From Japanese Prints

Van Gogh collected hundreds of Japanese woodblock prints. Their flat color, bold outlines, and cropped views shaped this painting. Branches fill the frame, and there is no horizon behind them.

The Van Gogh Museum notes that blossom was a favorite subject of Japanese printmakers. The baby later became Vincent Willem Van Gogh, who founded the museum in Amsterdam. This recycled art fanny pack links back to that family story.

Care and Storage

This Almond Blossoms fanny pack uses recycled GREEN CIRCLE fabric that is water-resistant. Hand washing preserves the coating. Machine washing at 86 degrees F / 30 degrees C is fine in a washing bag.

When you are done, fold the Van Gogh belt bag into its zippered pouch. Hang it by the handle or store it flat. Keep the Almond Blossoms crossbody bag out of long, direct sun to protect the print. Wipe the recycled art fanny pack with a damp cloth between washes.

Display the Almond Blossoms fanny pack on a hook when you are home. Gift the Van Gogh belt bag to a friend who loves museums. Pick the Almond Blossoms crossbody bag for your next gallery visit. The recycled art fanny pack also makes a thoughtful present.

About Vincent Van Gogh

Van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist known for saturated color and thick, rhythmic brushwork. Almond Blossom comes from his last months at Saint-Remy. Browse related works in our Modern Art Collection.

For More Reading from the Web

• Learn five surprising facts about this painting, straight from the museum that holds it. 5x Van Gogh's Almond Blossom - Van Gogh Museum
• See how the painting connects to Japanese prints and the Van Gogh family. Almond Blossoms - Wikipedia