An Impression of Pocky

"An Impression of Pocky" is a visual artwork created by Vincent van Gogh in 1887, inspired by the popular Japanese snack called Pocky. The painting combines van Gogh’s expressive brushstrokes with a playful reference to this snack, blending his post-impressionist style with a contemporary cultural subject. It illustrates his interest in everyday objects, transforming a simple snack into a vibrant, textured composition that highlights his signature emotional intensity and dynamic use of color. Overall, it's a creative intersection of Western art and Japanese influence, using familiar items to explore form, color, and atmosphere.