The samaritan
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Charles Georges Dufresne's The samaritan 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 Samaritan by Charles-Georges Dufresne is a striking example of early 20th-century French painting, blending modernist experimentation with classical storytelling. Created around 1920, the work reflects Dufresne’s fascination with biblical themes reinterpreted through a post-Cubist lens. The painting’s composition—dynamic yet balanced—immerses viewers in a dreamlike landscape where figures and environment merge in rhythmic harmony. Warm ochres and earthy tones dominate, evoking both Mediterranean light and the emotional weight of the Good Samaritan parable. Dufresne’s signature style, straddling Cubism’s geometric fragmentation and Fauvism’s expressive color, positions this piece as a bridge between avant-garde movements and traditional narrative art. Though less renowned than his contemporaries like Picasso, Dufresne’s works like The Samaritan are prized for their poetic synthesis of form and symbolism, offering a quieter but equally profound voice in modern art history.
For interior styling, The Samaritan would elevate spaces seeking cultural depth and warm sophistication. Its ideal setting is a study or executive office with wood-toned furnishings—the painting’s earthy palette harmonizes beautifully with mahogany bookshelves or leather armchairs. In a living room, pair it with textured, neutral fabrics (linen drapes, wool throws) to let its colors glow as a focal point. Choose a wall with indirect natural light to enhance its golden undertones; avoid stark white backgrounds that could flatten its richness. A medium-to-large frame (think 80x100cm) ensures visibility without overwhelming, while gilded or rustic wood frames complement its historical gravitas. For contemporary spaces, balance its classical themes with minimalist decor—a single sculptural vase or metallic lamp nearby would create a compelling dialogue between eras.
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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.
