Double Study-artist's Wife And Daughter
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Arthur Beecher Carles's Double Study-artist's Wife And Daughter 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
Arthur Beecher Carles' Double Study—Artist's Wife and Daughter (c. 1912) captivates with its intimate yet vibrant portrayal of domestic life. The painting radiates warmth through Carles' bold brushwork and expressive color palette, characteristic of his modernist approach bridging American Impressionism and early Abstraction. Two figures—likely his wife Mercedes and daughter Elizabeth—are rendered with loose, rhythmic strokes, their forms dissolving into luminous patches of peach, emerald, and cerulean that suggest both physical presence and emotional resonance. The work exemplifies Carles' unique synthesis of European modernism (particularly Fauvist color and Cézannesque structure) with distinctly American vitality, foreshadowing his later abstract experiments. Historically significant, it positions Carles as a pivotal figure who introduced avant-garde techniques to Philadelphia’s art scene while retaining figurative accessibility—a rarity among his peers pioneering abstraction.
For interior spaces, this painting thrives in areas balancing creativity and comfort. Its ideal dimensions (approximately 30x25 inches) suit a focal wall above a low-profile console in a study or lounge, where its dynamic hues can dialogue with earthy neutrals or deep blues in upholstery. Frame it in a slender, gilt-edged floater frame to amplify its chromatic energy while preserving modernist integrity. In an office, pair it with streamlined mid-century furniture to underscore its transitional artistry—post-Impressionist roots meeting modernist daring. The work’s domestic subject makes it particularly compelling for living rooms or bedrooms, where its familial warmth harmonizes with organic textures like linen or oak. Avoid overcrowding; let its emotive brushstrokes command space as Carles intended—an unapologetic celebration of color’s emotional power.
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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.
