The Merchants Wife at Tea
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Boris Kustodiev's The Merchants Wife at 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
The Merchants Wife at Tea by Boris Kustodiev is a vibrant celebration of Russian merchant-class life in the early 20th century. Painted in 1918, the work exudes warmth and opulence, depicting a voluptuous merchant's wife leisurely enjoying tea amid a lavish spread of desserts, fruits, and fine porcelain. The composition glows with rich, saturated colors—deep reds, golden yellows, and lush blues—highlighting Kustodiev's signature style that blends realism with a folk-art sensibility. The painting captures a nostalgic, almost idealized vision of pre-Revolutionary Russia, where abundance and comfort were central to bourgeois identity. Kustodiev, a master of genre scenes, elevates everyday moments into grand spectacles, and this work stands as a quintessential example of his ability to merge narrative detail with decorative brilliance. In art history, it reflects the transitional period between Russian Realism and the emerging avant-garde, offering a lush counterpoint to the austerity of Soviet propaganda art.
For home or office decor, The Merchants Wife at Tea brings bold energy and a touch of old-world charm. Its warm palette of reds, golds, and blues pairs beautifully with traditional or eclectic interiors—think richly upholstered furniture, dark wood finishes, or even a maximalist gallery wall. The ideal space would be a dining room or lounge, where its theme of indulgence complements social gatherings. A medium-to-large reproduction (around 24x36 inches) ensures the details shine without overwhelming the room. For a cohesive look, echo its colors through textiles like velvet cushions or Persian rugs, or contrast it with muted walls to let the painting dominate. In a workspace, it adds a luxurious focal point, encouraging creativity and conviviality. Just avoid overcrowding the area; Kustodiev’s busy composition needs breathing room to captivate.
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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.
