Conversation Over A Cup Of Tea
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Antoine Emile Plassan's Conversation Over A Cup Of Tea 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
Antoine Émile Plassan's Conversation Over A Cup of Tea captures a moment of leisurely intimacy in 19th-century bourgeois life, blending the refined elegance of academic realism with subtle romantic sensibilities. The painting depicts two women engaged in quiet conversation, their delicate porcelain cups and sumptuous gowns illuminated by soft, diffused light—a hallmark of Plassan's adept handling of interior scenes. Created during the Second Empire period (1852–1870), the work reflects France's fascination with domestic harmony and material comfort, aligning with contemporary taste while demonstrating technical precision in fabric textures and facial expressions. Though lesser-known compared to radical impressionists of his era, Plassan's works like this offer valuable insight into transitional academic art before modernism. The composition's restrained palette of cream, gold and muted blue-green evokes a sense of timeless refinement, making it a quiet standout among genre paintings of its time.
For interior styling, this artwork thrives in spaces favoring classic sophistication with a touch of warmth. A gilt-wood frame (original to the period) would amplify its heirloom quality, best displayed in a well-lit dining nook, reading corner, or executive office where its sociable theme suits conversational areas. Scale matters—its typical mid-size dimensions (around 24"x30") work above a console table or between bookshelves. Pair with French Empire furniture or transitional decor featuring creamy upholstery and dark walnut finishes. Introduce color echoes through sage-green accents or celadon ceramics, avoiding stark contrasts that could overpower its delicate balance. For contemporary settings, let it anchor a "collected" vignette with a modern brass floor lamp and matte black picture ledge to bridge eras. Lighting should be warm (2700K-3000K) and indirect to replicate the painting's own glow.
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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.
