Ritrosa
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Basilio Cascella's Ritrosa 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
Ritrosa by Basilio Cascella is an evocative masterpiece that transports viewers to early 20th-century Italy with its dreamlike atmosphere and poetic symbolism. Created circa 1915 during Cascella's mature period, this tempera on canvas exemplifies Italian Divisionism while subtly incorporating Art Nouveau influences - a rare bridge between post-Impressionist techniques and emerging modernist sensibilities. The painting's mysterious title ("Ritrosa" meaning "shy" or "reluctant") enhances its enigmatic quality, featuring Cascella's signature elongated figures wrapped in flowing garments against a softly glowing landscape. As part of the Cascella artistic dynasty's legacy, this work holds particular significance in Italian art history, representing the transition from Symbolism to avant-garde movements. The pointillist brushwork creates a shimmering effect, while the contemplative female subject embodies the era's fascination with spiritual introspection and nature's hidden harmonies.
For contemporary interiors, Ritrosa's muted earth tones and lyrical composition make it ideal for creating serene yet sophisticated spaces. A medium-sized reproduction (around 90×120cm) would elegantly anchor a study or sitting room, its warm ochres and soft greens harmonizing beautifully with walnut wood furnishings or sage green upholstery. Position it as a focal point above a vintage writing desk or modern credenza to let its intricate brushwork shine. The painting's vertical orientation suits narrow walls in apartments, while its ethereal quality provides perfect counterbalance to minimalist or Scandinavian-style spaces needing artistic warmth. Pair with matte brass frames and organic textures like linen or rattan to enhance its tactile qualities, or create dramatic contrast by hanging it against deep teal walls illuminated by directional gallery lighting. In office settings, Ritrosa inspires creativity in executive lounges when complemented by curvilinear mid-century furniture and live greenery arrangements.
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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.
