Ploughing
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Andrea Pisano's Ploughing 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
Andrea Pisano's Ploughing transports viewers to the idyllic countryside of medieval Tuscany, where a tranquil yet laborious scene unfolds under a golden sky. Created circa 1336 as one of the twenty-eight bronze relief panels adorning Florence’s Campanile (Giotto’s Bell Tower), this masterpiece epitomizes the transition from Gothic to early Renaissance art. Pisano’s meticulous craftsmanship renders a farmer guiding his oxen-drawn plough with graceful realism, while the rhythmic folds of drapery and harmonious composition reveal his debt to classical sculpture. As one of the earliest secular narratives in European art, Ploughing symbolizes mankind’s harmonious relationship with nature—a theme cherished during Florence’s burgeoning humanist era. Though modest in size compared to frescoes or altarpieces, its historical significance as part of Pisano’s pioneering narrative cycle secures its place among the milestones of 14th-century art.
For interior decoration, a reproduction of Ploughing would infuse rustic elegance into spaces celebrating tradition and craftsmanship. Ideal for a study or home library with wooden furnishings and earthy tones, its warm bronze hues complement leather-bound books or terracotta accents. Opt for a medium-sized framed print (e.g., 60x40cm) to maintain visual balance alongside shelves or above a console table. In a modern farmhouse-style office, pair it with linen textiles and wrought-iron details to bridge medieval charm with contemporary minimalism. The panel’s horizontal format suits elongated walls or works surprisingly well as part of a gallery wall featuring botanical sketches or other agrarian-themed art. To echo its gilded undertones, introduce brass lighting fixtures or patinated mirrors—creating a dialogue between Pisano’s timeless pastoralism and refined interior aesthetics.
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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.
