Kersti's Birthday
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Carl Larsson's Kersti's Birthday 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
Carl Larsson’s Kersti’s Birthday (1892) is a radiant example of the artist’s signature warm, intimate domestic scenes that defined Swedish national romanticism. The painting captures Larsson’s daughter Kersti surrounded by light, floral textiles, and the cozy clutter of a sunlit interior, embodying the hemtrevlig (homely comfort) ideal central to his work. Rendered in watercolor and gouache with delicate transparency and folk-art-inspired patterns, it reflects Larsson’s fusion of Japanese woodblock influences with Scandinavian aesthetics. As part of his iconic A Home series—which mythologized his family life at Sundborn—the piece is revered for democratizing art by celebrating everyday beauty, bridging Pre-Raphaelite detail and emerging Arts and Crafts sensibilities. Its cultural impact endures, epitomizing Sweden’s视觉 identity and the global appeal of "Lagom" (balanced living).
For decor, Kersti’s Birthday harmonizes best in spaces celebrating organic warmth. Hang it in a breakfast nook, reading corner, or cottage-style office, ideally framed in a slender, gilt or whitewashed oak frame to echo its rustic elegance. Pair with linen upholstery, vintage ceramics, and washed-wood furniture to accentuate its handcrafted charm. The painting’s soft pinks, sage greens, and golden yellows suggest a palette for walls (e.g., Farrow & Ball’s Setting Plaster or French Gray) and textiles. A mid-size reproduction (around 24×36 inches) ensures visibility without overwhelming smaller rooms, while a miniature version could anchor a gallery wall of botanical prints. Position opposite a window to mirror Larsson’s luminous interplay of natural light and domestic joy.
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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.
