Portrait of a Lady
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Bartholomaeus, the Elder Bruyn's Portrait of a Lady 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
Bathed in the warm glow of Renaissance devotion, Portrait of a Lady by Bartholomaeus the Elder Bruyn (1493–1555) captivates with its quiet dignity. Painted circa 1540–50 during Cologne’s artistic flowering, the work exemplifies Northern Renaissance precision—luminescent flesh tones rendered in delicate oil glazes, intricate lace coif framing the sitter’s serene gaze, and symbolic carnations (emblems of marital fidelity) clasped gently in her hands. As Bruyn’s refined portraiture bridged late Gothic detail and emerging humanist ideals, this masterpiece represents bourgeois patronage’s rise in 16th-century Germany, standing alongside Holbein’s works in documenting Reformation-era society through restrained elegance rather than overt hierarchy.
For contemporary spaces, this portrait’s 28.6 x 22.2 cm oak panel scale invites intimate appreciation—ideal for studies or sitting rooms where viewers can lean in to admire its filigree details. Position against warm taupe or slate blue walls to amplify its amber undertones, or float-frame it in black-stained oak for a gallery-inspired accent above minimalist consoles. In executive offices, pair with streamlined Biedermeier furniture to echo its precise craftsmanship, while residential spaces benefit from textural contrasts like rough-linen drapery or matte ceramic vases holding fresh pink carnations—a subtle homage to the painted symbolism. For lighting, diffuse directional LEDs at 2700K will recreate the painting’s original candlelit radiance without compromising conservation standards.
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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.
