Aquilegia With Butterflies And A Salamander
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Alida Withoos's Aquilegia With Butterflies And A Salamander 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
Alida Withoos’ Aquilegia with Butterflies and a Salamander is a captivating 17th-century botanical illustration that embodies the Dutch Golden Age’s fascination with natural science and art. The painting depicts a delicate aquilegia (columbine) surrounded by fluttering butterflies and a subtly rendered salamander, blending scientific precision with artistic elegance. Withoos, a rare female artist in her time, worked within the tradition of stillleben (still life) and contributed to the Hortus Botanicus collections, which documented exotic plants for European patrons. Her work reflects the era’s intersection of art and exploration, where meticulous detail and lifelike accuracy were paramount. Though less renowned than male contemporaries like Rachel Ruysch, Withoos’ paintings are valued for their quiet poetry and ecological harmony, offering a glimpse into early natural history’s visual culture.
For a modern space, this piece would harmonize beautifully in a light-filled study, botanical-themed lounge, or an office aiming for refined tranquility. Its muted greens, soft pinks, and earthy tones pair well with rustic wood furniture, linen textiles, or minimalist Scandinavian decor. Choose a medium-sized frame (approx. 60x50 cm) to preserve intimacy while allowing details to shine; a slim gold or walnut frame would enhance its vintage charm. Hang it near indirect sunlight to echo its natural subject, or contrast it with monochrome walls for focus. For a cohesive look, group it with other 17th-century botanical prints or balance its intricacy with clean, modern lines in the room’s design. The painting’s serenity makes it ideal for spaces meant to inspire calm creativity.
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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.
