Yellow Pear and Roll 1920
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Alfred Henry Maurer's Yellow Pear and Roll 1920 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
Alfred Henry Maurer’s Yellow Pear and Roll (1920) is a vibrant still life that captures the dynamism of early modernism. Painted during Maurer’s transition from academic realism to avant-garde experimentation, the work exemplifies Fauvist influences with its bold, expressive brushstrokes and heightened color palette. The titular yellow pear commands attention against a loosely rendered background, its luminous hue contrasting with the earthy tones of the bread roll and the abstracted table surface. Maurer’s confident distortion of form and space reflects his embrace of European modernism—particularly the lessons of Matisse and Cézanne—while retaining a distinct American sensibility. Though lesser-known than some peers, Maurer played a pivotal role in introducing modernist aesthetics to the U.S., making this piece a fascinating artifact of early 20th-century art history. The painting’s energy lies in its paradoxical simplicity: a humble subject transformed into a radiant study of color and structure.
For interior styling, Yellow Pear and Roll would shine in a space balancing modern minimalism with organic warmth. Its dominant yellow tones pair beautifully with muted blues or deep greens—consider Farrow & Ball’s Hague Blue for a striking accent wall. The modest size (likely under 24 inches) makes it ideal for intimate settings: a breakfast nook with linen-upholstered chairs, or a home office alongside streamlined mid-century furniture. Frame it in a slender, unfinished oak floater frame to echo the painting’s rustic notes while keeping the focus on its vibrant hues. In a kitchen or dining area, repeat the artwork’s golden accents through brass hardware or ceramic tableware, creating a cohesive yet understated dialogue. The work’s energetic abstraction also complements Scandinavian or Japandi interiors, where natural materials and clean lines provide a serene counterpoint to its expressive strokes.
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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.
