King David Playin a Psaltery 1430
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Angelico Fra's King David Playin a Psaltery 1430 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
In Fra Angelico's "King David Playing a Psaltery" (circa 1430), the early Renaissance master transports viewers to a sanctified moment of divine harmony. Painted during his formative years at the San Domenico monastery, this tempera panel radiates with the artist's signature spiritual luminosity. King David, depicted as both monarch and psalmist, sits enthroned amid architectural elements blending Gothic pointed arches with newly emerging Renaissance perspective - a visual testament to the transitional period in art history. The delicate gold leaf halos and ultramarine robes (a prohibitively expensive pigment at the time) reveal Angelico's monastic devotion to sacred art. As one of the first works to portray biblical figures with emerging humanist qualities while maintaining medieval mysticis, this piece occupies a critical junction in Western art's evolution from symbolic representation to naturalistic depiction.
For contemporary spaces, this masterpiece offers rich decorative possibilities. In a home library or executive office, a gilded frame (echoing the original's gold leaf details) would complement traditional interiors, while a floater frame suits modern minimalist settings. The painting's intimate 16×12 inch scale makes it ideal for creating a focal point above a writing desk or meditation nook. Pair with walnut wood furnishings to mirror the warm earth tones of David's throne, or contrast with dove-gray walls that recall the celestial background. For color continuity, incorporate sapphire blue textiles (replicating David's robe) or terracotta accents (matching the psaltery's hue). In sacred spaces like chapels or music rooms, position the artwork with directional lighting to emulate Angelico's heavenly glow, perhaps flanked by slender candlesticks or placed near string instruments as thematic reinforcement. The composition's verticality lends itself perfectly to narrow wall spaces between bookshelves or above console tables.
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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.
