Fruit Sellers
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Alexander Evgenievich Yakovlev's Fruit Sellers 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 vibrant masterpiece Fruit Sellers by Alexander Evgenievich Yakovlev (1887–1938) transports viewers to an early 20th-century marketplace brimming with life and warmth. Painted during Yakovlev's travels in Asia, this work reflects his fascination with ethnographic themes and mastery of post-impressionist boldness. Sun-dappled figures in flowing garments ceremoniously present pyramids of melons and grapes, their ochre and crimson hues dancing against cobalt shadows. As a member of the Mir Iskusstva (World of Art) movement, Yakovlev blended Russian academic precision with decorative Art Nouveau flourishes – seen here in the arabesque folds of fabric and theatrical composition. Though less globally renowned than his peer Bakst, this 1910s-era canvas captures a pivotal moment where European Orientalism met modernist color experimentation, its anthropological authenticity setting it apart from exoticized contemporaries.
When displaying Fruit Sellers in interiors, leverage its narrative energy by selecting a prominent wall in dining areas or lounge spaces. The painting's ideal gallery width (approximately 90x120cm for comparable works) demands 150-180cm of breathing space from furniture. Pair it with mid-century teak cabinets or bamboo accents to echo its cross-cultural spirit, avoiding competing patterns. Amplify Yakovlev’s palette through terracotta throw pillows or indigo-dyed textiles, while matte black frames modernize its heritage aesthetic. In daylight-flooded offices, position it opposite windows to animate its jewel tones – particularly effective in creative workspaces where its joyful commerce symbolism resonates. Scale digital reproductions proportionally: a 1:1.5 ratio maintains the original’s dynamic sightlines when adapting to smaller walls.
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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.
