Pojke Med Svard
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Carl Larsson's Pojke Med Svard 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
Pojke Med Svärd ("Boy with a Sword"), painted in 1894 by Swedish master Carl Larsson, radiates the tender intimacy that defined his golden-period domestic scenes. Set against one of Larsson’s signature pale-green walls – a hallmark of his home, Lilla Hyttnäs – the composition captures his young son Esbjörn mid-play, clutching a wooden sword with theatrical fierceness. Sunlight pools on the floorboards, while loose, watercolor-like brushstrokes in the boy’s smock and ruddy cheeks embody Larsson’s fusion of Japanese woodblock influences with Nordic light. This work epitomizes the Hemslöjd (homecraft) movement, elevating everyday childhood moments into idyllic vignettes that reshaped Scandinavian visual culture. Beyond decoration, Larsson’s paintings document the Arts and Crafts ethos, making Pojke Med Svärd a touchstone for studies of 19th-century domestic idealism.
For contemporary spaces, this artwork thrives in settings embracing warmth and craftsmanship. Ideal for a nursery, study, or Scandinavian-inspired living room, its muted sage background harmonizes with earthy tones like ochre or flax linen textiles. Frame it in slender, untreated oak to mirror Larsson’s aesthetic, and hang at eye level (standard 145–150 cm from the floor) to maintain its intimate scale. In offices, pair it with organic textures – a woven wool throw or ceramic vase – to soften minimalist interiors. For larger walls, consider grouping it with Larsson’s other family scenes (Breakfast Under the Big Birch works beautifully) in a grid arrangement, ensuring consistent 5–8 cm spacing between frames. The painting’s 45 × 32 cm original size translates well to medium-scale reproductions; avoid overwhelming small spaces with oversized prints to preserve its delicate narrative charm.
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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.
