Maternite
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Armand Rassenfosse's Maternite 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
Capturing tender intimacy with a striking modernity, Armand Rassenfosse's Maternite (1896) exemplifies Belgian Symbolism's poetic reverence for femininity. The artwork depicts a nursing mother enveloped in flowing drapery, her lowered gaze conveying quiet devotion amid warm amber tones that sculpt her form like carved ivory. Rassenfosse – a protégé of Félicien Rops – masterfully blends Art Nouveau's organic lines with Symbolism's dreamlike quality, creating an image both timeless and progressive for its era. Printed via innovative lithographic techniques he pioneered, this work represents a pivotal moment when commercial printing methods achieved fine-art status. As part of Rassenfosse's celebrated The Book of Grace series, Maternite revolutionized erotic aesthetics by transforming maternal intimacy into solemn, casi sacred iconography, influencing later artists like Klimt in their gold-leaf Madonnas.
When displaying Maternite in contemporary spaces, consider its emotional resonance: a private study or bedroom alcove enhances its contemplative grace better than high-traffic areas. Opt for custom framing with Pre-Raphaelite-inspired wooden borders (1.5-2" width) to honor its 1890s origins, or a sleek oxidized brass frame for modern contrast. The artwork's burnt sienna palette harmonizes beautifully with terracotta walls, peacock blue upholstery, or muted sage-green textiles – colors prevalent in Art Nouveau interiors. At its original folio size (~12×9"), it shines as part of a salon-style wall grouping with botanical prints or Rassenfosse's other lithographs; enlarged reproductions command attention above mantels when paired with sculptural vases by Galle or Tiffany-style lamps. Avoid stark white walls which may dilute its warmth, and position where diffuse lighting—preferably from bronze-finished directional spots—can emulate gaslight's golden glow, deepening the image's velvety shadows.
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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.
