Self-portrait
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Angelica Kauffmann's Self-portrait 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
Angelica Kauffmann’s Self-Portrait (1780-85) is a luminous portrayal of feminine intellect and artistic mastery radiating from the canvas. The Neoclassical painter depicts herself poised before an easel, her gaze meeting the viewer with quiet confidence, while a delicate pink ribbon adorns her powdered hair—a subtle nod to Rococo elegance amid austere classical drapery. The warm ochre background and diffused light envelop her in an almost sphinx-like serenity, balancing scholarly restraint with understated glamor. Executed during her years in Rome as a founding member of the British Royal Academy, this work defied 18th-century biases against female artists, cementing her status as Europe’s preeminent history painter. The composition’s geometric harmony—triangle of her arms framing the palette, verticality echoing antique sculptures—epitomizes Enlightenment ideals while asserting Kauffmann’s rightful place in the pantheon of Old Masters.
For contemporary interiors, this self-portrait lends timeless sophistication to spaces celebrating creativity. Hang it in a study with Georgian-style bookshelves or a minimalist office’s accent wall, where its 75 x 61 cm dimensions command attention without overwhelming. The muted terracotta tones harmonize beautifully with Farrow & Ball’s Setting Plaster walls or deep emerald velvets, while the gilded frame (opt for Florentine-leaf detailing) bridges modern and traditional décors. Position opposite windows to catch the dawn light replicating Kauffmann’s original luminosity, or pair with terrazzo side tables echoing the painting’s speckled brushwork. In galleries, place it beside contemporary portraits by Alice Neel for a transgressive dialogue on female representation—proof that Kauffmann’s legacy remains vibrantly relevant.
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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.
