Maktar
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Alexandre Roubtzoff's Maktar 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 Roubtzoff's Maktar is a luminous evocation of North African light and atmosphere, painted in 1928 during the artist's Tunisian period. The canvas captures a sun-drenched courtyard in the ancient Roman city of Maktar, where warm terracotta walls vibrate against ultramarine shadows – a chromatic dialogue Roubtzoff mastered through his unique blend of Orientalist observation and Post-Impressionist technique. Having studied under Fernand Cormon alongside Toulouse-Lautrec, Roubtzoff developed this work during his pivotal decade in Tunisia (1914-1924), when he transitioned from academic realism to become the country’s premier peintre-lumière. The painting’s archaeological subject reflects European modernists’ fascination with Mediterranean antiquity, while its textured brushwork and orchestrated color contrasts position it as a significant bridge between École de Tunis works and French colonial-era painting. Art historians particularly value how Maktar embodies Roubtzoff’s signature "vibration style," where adjacent complementary colors create optical shimmer.
For contemporary interiors, Maktar’s 81 × 100 cm dimensions command attention as a statement piece above a credenza or in a study alcove. Its earthy ochres and cobalt blues harmonize beautifully with mid-century modern furniture or Bohemian textures – try pairing it with a Marcel Breuer chair in cognac leather or a Beni Ourain wool rug. The painting’s golden tones create warmth in north-facing rooms, while its architectural elements suit minimalist spaces needing organic geometry. In offices, position it where natural light echoes the painted illumination, perhaps flanked by George Nelson bubble lamps. For color continuity, pull the central terracotta hue into throw pillows or ceramic vessels. Unlike darker Orientalist works, Maktar’s luminosity prevents it from overwhelming small spaces – it actually visually expands rooms when hung opposite windows to catch changing daylight.
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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.
