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Van Gogh’s Skeleton Smoking - Diamond Painting

by Vincent Van Gogh

$49.95 USD

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During art school, Van Gogh had to show he could handle basic anatomy. He did the assignment, then stuck a lit cigarette in the skeleton's mouth as a joke.

The result is muted and restrained, nothing like his famous blues and yellows. This skull diamond painting is a great gift for the art lover with a dark sense of humor, and a fun Halloween piece.

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Shape
Square
Colors
18
Size
15.7"x19.7" (40x50cm) · 32,000 diamonds

Includes 1 AB color (aurora borealis) for extra shimmer

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How It Works

  1. Peel

    Lift the film from a small area of the canvas.

  2. Place

    Pick up each diamond with the pen and match it to its symbol.

  3. Display

    Press the diamonds flat, then frame or hang your sparkling art.

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Our Diamond Painting Kits offer a selection of unique artworks, allowing you to recreate gorgeous pieces with the radiant beauty of diamonds. Indulge in the elegance of crafting a timeless masterpiece, where every gem placed is a step closer to an awe-inspiring creation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Not at all! Our kits are designed for both beginners and experienced artists. The numbered guide makes it easy to follow along, and many users find the process meditative and relaxing. Simply match the symbols on the canvas with the corresponding diamonds and start creating!

Diamond kits delivery time ranges from 7-14 working days. We always strive to get your kits to you as quickly as possible!

We will send tracking information to the e-mail address associated with your order once the item has shipped.

At Canvas by Numbers, we're proud of our exceptional customer service. For our diamond kits, we provide anti-spill insurance. If you accidentally drop your drills, rest assured, we've got you covered and will replace them. Your artistic journey is important to us, and we're here to support you every step of the way!

Completion time varies depending on the size and complexity of the design and an individual's pace. Some can be completed in a few hours, while others might take multiple sessions. Remember, it's not a race! Enjoy the process.

Yes, safety is our top priority. The materials used in our kits are non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Always use the kits as directed and keep them out of reach of small children.

Who Painted the Smoking Skeleton?

Vincent van Gogh, in the winter of 1885 to 1886, while he was briefly a student at the art academy in Antwerp. The cigarette is widely read as a student joke about the academy's stiff drawing lessons. The small original now belongs to the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.

Its title is usually given as Head of a Skeleton with a Burning Cigarette. It is darker and more muted than anything people tend to picture when they hear his name.

Van Gogh's Short Time at the Antwerp Academy

Van Gogh enrolled at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp in January 1886, hoping for formal training. He clashed with teachers who wanted careful copies of plaster casts, and after only a couple of months he left for Paris, where his brother Theo was living.

Drawing skeletons was a standard anatomy exercise, and the joke pokes fun at it. It also shows his dark humor, and his own fondness for tobacco: pipes turn up often in his self portraits.

Skeleton Diamond Painting: Placing Drills on a Dark Palette

The background is a broad, dark field that fills fast and gives you a calm start. The skull holds the detail, with grays, creams and browns shifting around the eye sockets and teeth. Do the background first, then the bone, and save the glowing tip of the cigarette for last.

A Witty Pick for Halloween and Art Fans

It makes a witty Halloween piece or a gift for an art fan with a dark sense of humor. It also pairs well with other dark or gothic pieces on a gallery wall. Browse more diamond painting kits.

Van Gogh’s Skeleton Smoking - Diamond Painting

Van Gogh’s Skeleton Smoking - Diamond Painting

$49.95 USD

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