Leaving for the Ball 1830-48
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Alexandre-Marie Colin's Leaving for the Ball 1830-48 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-Marie Colin's Leaving for the Ball (1830-48) captures the elegance and anticipation of Romantic-era Parisian society. Depicting a young woman adjusting her glove while dressed in an exquisite ballgown, the painting exudes refined sophistication through its delicate brushstrokes and soft, luminous palette—hallmarks of early 19th-century French Romanticism. Colin, a skilled portraitist influenced by contemporaries like Delacroix, blends lifelike detail with theatrical flair, emphasizing textures like satin ribbons and gossamer shawls to heighten the sensory appeal. Historically, this work exemplifies the transitional period between Neoclassical restraint and Romantic emotionality, offering insight into bourgeois fashion and social rituals prior to Haussmann's modernization of Paris. Its intimate scale and narrative charm secured Colin’s reputation as a master of genre scenes bridging high art and accessible storytelling.
For interior styling, Leaving for the Ball thrives in spaces balancing classic and romantic aesthetics. A gilt-edged frame amplifies its vintage charm in a dining room with wainscoting or a bedroom featuring tufted velvet headboards. The painting’s dominant ivory and blush tones harmonize with soft neutrals—consider pairing it with dusky pink armchairs or marble-top consoles for subtle color echoing. At 78 × 60 cm (approximate), it suits vertical arrangements above mantels or between arched windows, avoiding visual competition with busier wallpapers. In offices, position it near damask-upholstered seating to reinforce sophistication; gallery lighting will enhance its intricate lace detailing. Smaller spaces benefit from its verticality when flanked by candle sconces or minimalist sconces to maintain proportionality while celebrating its old-world allure.
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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.
