Mere A L'enfant
-
About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Armand Rassenfosse's Mere A L'enfant 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.
-
Original Description
"Mère à l'enfant" by Armand Rassenfosse (1862-1934) is a poignant representation of maternal tenderness executed with the Belgian artist's signature post-impressionist sensibility. Created during the late 19th or early 20th century, this work exemplifies Rassenfosse's mature period when he moved beyond commercial poster design (for which he initially gained fame collaborating with Félicien Rops) toward more intimate artistic expressions. The painting likely employs his characteristic soft, velvety textures and subdued yet emotionally charged palette, capturing a quiet moment between mother and child with remarkable psychological depth. Rassenfosse's position in art history bridges the decorative arts movement and symbolist painting—his works like this one demonstrate masterful draftsmanship combined with symbolic emotional resonance that influenced later Art Nouveau illustration. While not as widely recognized as his erotic engravings, these domestic scenes reveal the artist's sensitive observation of everyday poetry.
For interior placement, consider hanging this medium-sized work (approximately 60x50cm would be typical for his panel paintings) in transitional spaces like a reading nook or bedroom hallway where its contemplative quality can be appreciated at close range. The muted ochres and umbers in Rassenfosse's palette pair beautifully with rich walnut furniture or linen upholstery in taupe and cream tones. In a modern office, it would create warm contrast when displayed against sage green or steel blue walls alongside matte brass accessories—the metallic accents picking up subtle warm tones in the painting. Avoid overlit spaces; this work benefits from directional lighting that recreates the diffuse glow of Rassenfosse's original studio lighting. When selecting frames, a slender ebony moulding or gilt slip frame would respect its late Belle Époque origins while keeping the presentation contemporary.
-
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.
-
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.
