This iconic post-impressionist painting depicts a sparsely furnished, intimate bedroom. A large wooden bed with a yellow frame and lime-green bedding sits on the right, angled toward the center of the room. Beside it stands a solitary, bright yellow wooden chair, mirroring the color of the bed frame. To the left, a simple wooden desk holds a blue washbasin, a pitcher, and small glass bottles, positioned beneath a window with green frames and a patch of yellow light.
The room is rendered with a unique perspective, where the floor—a mix of green and pale reddish-brown brushstrokes—tilts upward, creating a sense of flattened space. The walls are a striking, saturated blue, providing a cool contrast to the warm yellows and earthy browns of the furniture. Clothing hangs on a rail mounted to the blue wall behind the bed, while a small picture frame is visible in the upper right corner.
The composition is defined by bold, deliberate brushwork characteristic of Van Gogh's distinctive style, emphasizing texture and expressive color over realistic detail. The light appears to originate from the window, casting a warm, contemplative mood across the private sanctuary. The overall effect is one of simplicity and tranquility, with a palette dominated by complementary blue and orange-toned contrasts, anchored by the bright, sunny yellow of the bed and chair.