Sleeping Mother
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Christian Krohg's Sleeping Mother 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
Christian Krohg's Sleeping Mother (1883) is a tender yet profound portrayal of maternal exhaustion, radiating quiet intimacy through masterful realism. The oil painting depicts Krohg’s wife, Oda, slumped asleep in an armchair while nursing their infant—a radical departure from idealized motherhood in 19th-century art. Krohg’s loose brushwork and muted palette of earthy browns and soft creams heighten the raw humanity of the scene, while the diagonal composition draws attention to the child’s tiny grasping hand—a subtle nod to vulnerability and connection. As a leading figure of Norway’s Kristiania Bohemia, Krohg championed social realism, and this work exemplifies his focus on unvarnished domestic life. Its historical significance lies in bridging Northern European naturalism with emerging modernism, offering a precursor to expressive figurative works by artists like Munch, Krohg’s protégé.
For interiors, Sleeping Mother’s organic warmth suits spaces craving emotional depth and muted sophistication. Ideal for a reading nook or bedroom, its 46 × 55 cm dimensions demand intimate viewing—pair with textured linen upholstery and walnut furniture to echo its tactile brushstrokes. In offices, it softens sterile environments; hang against sage green or taupe walls to amplify its earthy undertones, complemented by matte black frames for contrast. Smaller prints (30 × 40 cm) work well on shelves alongside clay ceramics, while larger reproductions anchor minimalist spaces when balanced with abstract sculptures in similar ochre tones. Avoid overcrowding; let its quiet narrative shine by keeping surrounding decor subdued, as Krohg’s composition thrives in contemplative solitude.
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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.
