Shulamite
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Alexandre Cabanel's Shulamite 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
Alexandre Cabanel’s Shulamite (1875) is a mesmerizing depiction of the biblical "Song of Solomon’s" dark-haired heroine, radiating sensuality and poetic melancholy. Bathed in soft, diffused light, the pale figure of the Shulamite woman contrasts dramatically with the lush, shadowy foliage enveloping her—a hallmark of Cabanel’s academic style, which masterfully blends idealized beauty with Romantic emotion. The painting’s dreamlike atmosphere, meticulous detail, and porcelain-smooth brushwork reflect Cabanel’s prominence as a leading figure of 19th-century French academic art, favored by Napoleon III and the Paris Salon. Though often overshadowed by his scandalous Birth of Venus, Shulamite exemplifies his ability to merge mythological grandeur with intimate tenderness, securing his legacy as a bridge between neoclassical precision and the emerging Symbolist movement.
For interior styling, Shulamite lends an air of refined drama to spaces like a master bedroom, study, or upscale lounge. Its rich, jewel-toned greens and warm ivory palette pair elegantly with gilded frames, velvet upholstery (in emerald or deep burgundy), and dark wood furnishings—think Regency or Art Nouveau aesthetics. A medium-to-large reproduction (around 90–120 cm wide) would command attention as a focal point above a fireplace or console table, with wall colors in muted taupe or sage to avoid competition. In offices, it injects sophistication; balance its intensity with minimalist decor or metallic accents for contrast. For lighting, directional spotlights or a vintage crystal chandelier would heighten its luminous glow, making the Shulamite’s ethereal presence the soul of the room.
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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.
