The Cork Doll
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Alexander Evgenevich Iacovleff's The Cork Doll into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The hauntingly evocative Cork Doll by Alexander Evgenevich Iacovleff (1887–1938) captures a moment of eerie beauty, blending realism with subtle surrealism. Painted during the artist’s travels in Africa in the 1920s, the work reflects Iacovleff’s fascination with ethnographic subjects, rendered with meticulous detail and psychological depth. The doll, carved from cork, exudes a paradoxical lifelessness and vitality—its hollow eyes and rigid posture contrast with the delicate craftsmanship and warm earthy tones. Executed in Iacovleff’s signature style, which bridges academic precision and modernist experimentation, the painting stands as a testament to his role in documenting non-Western cultures while transcending mere exoticism. Today, it occupies a unique place in early 20th-century art, embodying the tensions between tradition and modernity, observation and imagination.
For interiors, Cork Doll would anchor a study or lounge with its rich, muted palette and striking composition. Ideal for spaces with mid-century modern or global eclectic decor, it pairs well with warm wood finishes, textured linens, and touches of brass or wrought iron to echo its organic materiality. Hang it at eye level (standard 57–60 inches from the floor) as a focal point above a console or bookshelf, ensuring ample breathing room—its 24x36" scale suits medium-sized walls. Complement the artwork with ambient, indirect lighting to accentuate its atmospheric depth while balancing cooler tones elsewhere in the room (e.g., slate blue or soft gray accents) for harmony. In an office, it would inspire creativity alongside minimalist furniture, subtly reinforcing themes of craftsmanship and cross-cultural dialogue.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
