Tea Time
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Carle John Blenner's Tea Time 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
Carle John Blenner’s Tea Time (c. 1915) whisks viewers into an intimate, sun-dappled moment of Edwardian leisure. The oil painting, executed in Blenner’s signature Impressionist style, captures a woman seated at a lace-draped table, her porcelain teacup catching delicate light. Soft, diffused brushstrokes evoke warmth and tranquility, while the subdued palette—creamy whites, muted blues, and golden yellows—reflects the genteel aesthetic of early 20th-century domesticity. Though lesser-known than his contemporaries like William Merritt Chase, Blenner’s work exemplifies American Impressionism’s focus on light and informal elegance. Historically, Tea Time bridges the gap between European Impressionism and America’s Gilded Age sensibilities, making it a subtle yet significant piece in studies of transatlantic artistic exchange.
For interiors, Tea Time lends itself to spaces craving refined serenity. Hang it in a breakfast nook or parlour where its soft hues harmonize with pastel walls or neutral upholstery. The painting’s ideal size—likely 24x30 inches—suits above a console table or as part of a salon-style wall alongside smaller floral still lifes. Pair it with curved, vintage-inspired furniture (think Chippendale chairs or a Louis XVI-style settee) to echo its era, or contrast its gentleness with crisp, modern lines for balance. Replicate its palette through linen drapery or hydrangea-blue accents, and amplify its glow with warm metallics like brass candleholders. In offices, it offers a calming counterpoint to sleek desks, encouraging pauses over coffee—or tea.
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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.
