Das Kartenspiel
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Arturo Ricci's Das Kartenspiel 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
Step into the refined elegance of Das Kartesspiel by Arturo Ricci (1854-1919), where an intimate 18th-century card game unfolds with delicate Rococo charm. Ricci, a master of genre scenes, bathes his subjects in soft, diffused light that caresses the sumptuous silk gowns and ornate interiors, creating an atmosphere of genteel leisure. The painting exemplifies late 19th-century academicism's reverence for historical accuracy—every lace cuff and gilded chair leg speaks to Ricci's meticulous study of 1700s fashion and decor. While not revolutionary in style, such works held significant cultural cachet during Europe's Belle Époque, satisfying bourgeois tastes for nostalgic escapism through technically flawless reconstructions of aristocratic pastimes. Today, it offers a fascinating bridge between academic precision and the emerging modernist impulses of Ricci's era.
For a harmonious display, position this medium-sized painting (typically 50x70cm) in a space craving Old World sophistication—perhaps above a Louis XVI-style console table in a formal living room or as a focal point in a wood-paneled study. Its warm umber and powder blue palette pairs exquisitely with Farrow & Ball's Hague Blue walls or muted taupe textiles. Choose an ornate Baroque frame with subtle gold leafing to amplify its period authenticity, but balance the formality with contemporary elements like a clean-lined Chesterfield sofa or Murano glass lamps. In offices, it lends quiet prestige when flanked by dark leather-bound books; the card-playing narrative discreetly encourages strategic thinking. Maintain ample lighting (2700K temperature recommended) to reveal Ricci's exquisite fabric textures without overwhelming the delicate composition.
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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.
