Afternoon Tea
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Bela Ivanyi Gruenwald's Afternoon Tea 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
Afternoon Tea by Béla Iványi Grünwald (1867-1940) is a captivating example of Hungarian Post-Impressionism, painted in 1892 during the artist's mature period. This intimate interior scene depicts an elegantly dressed woman seated at a tea table, bathed in soft diffused light that creates a warm, contemplative atmosphere. The brushwork is lively yet controlled, blending impressionistic light effects with a structured composition typical of the Nagybánya artists' colony where Grünwald worked. The subdued earthy palette of ochres, creams and muted greens lends the painting a refined, slightly melancholic elegance characteristic of late 19th-century bourgeois interiors. As one of Grünwald's most celebrated genre paintings, it represents an important bridge between French Impressionism's techniques and Central European subject matter, offering a valuable record of fin-de-siècle Hungarian domestic culture.
For contemporary display, this painting would beautifully enhance a traditional study or a formal sitting room with classic furnishings. The 60×85cm dimensions suggest placement above a console table or as part of a salon-style art arrangement. Frame it in an ornate gold-leaf frame (5-7cm width) to complement its historical period, or opt for a simpler walnut frame for more modern spaces. The painting's warm neutrals pair well with deep emerald greens, burgundies or tobacco browns in upholstery and drapes. In an office setting, it would bring sophistication to a law firm or executive suite when hung against dark wood paneling. For lighting, position gallery lights at 30-degree angles to enhance the subtle highlights on the porcelain and silverware while preserving the work's intimate mood. Avoid hanging in direct sunlight to protect the delicate color layers.
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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.
