L'amour Volage (+ L'amour Fidele; Pair)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Augustin Pajou's L'amour Volage (+ L'amour Fidele; Pair) 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
Augustin Pajou’s L’amour Volage (Flighty Love) paired with L’amour Fidele (Faithful Love) epitomizes the delicate grace of late-18th-century French Neoclassicism. The marble sculptures depict Cupid—once mischievous and winged (Volage), once steadfast with broken wings (Fidele)—capturing love’s dual nature through exquisite Baroque-inspired dynamism. Carved during the Enlightenment, Pajou’s work balances allegorical depth with Rococo softness, contrasting Boucher’s frivolity with a refined, almost archaeological precision influenced by rediscovered Pompeian art. These pieces, originally commissioned as decorative elements, now represent a pivotal shift toward emotional restraint and classical revival in pre-Revolutionary France. Their technical mastery—flowing drapery, lifelike textures—cemented Pajou’s status as sculptor to Louis XVI and a bridge between eras.
For interiors, these sculptures demand a curated backdrop: a high-ceilinged study with muted taupe walls or a grand foyer with gilded mirrors amplifies their elegance. Their 68 cm height suits pedestals flanking a fireplace or console tables, avoiding clutter. Pair with Empire-style furniture—mahogany desks or Directoire chairs—to harmonize with Neoclassical lines. Color-wise, warm ivory drapes or celadon-green accents echo the marble’s patina, while dimmable spotlights dramatize their contours. In minimalist offices, their poetic contrast sparks conversation; in traditional homes, they elevate symmetry. Opt for matte bronze finishes nearby to avoid competing with their luminous stone, ensuring Pajou’s allegories remain the focal point.
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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.
