Garden design from New Book of Parterres
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Daniel the Elder Marot's Garden design from New Book of Parterres 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
Dating from the early 18th century, Garden Design from New Book of Parterres by Daniel Marot the Elder epitomizes the grandeur of Baroque garden design at its peak. This exquisite engraving reveals an intricate network of geometric parterres - a signature element in French formal gardens - where meticulously clipped hedges form swirling arabesques against vast expanses of gravel. The symmetrical layout, punctuated with ornamental fountains and classical statues, creates a rhythmic visual poetry that reflects absolute control over nature, a core ideal of the Louis XIV era. As court architect to William of Orange, Marot's work documents the cross-cultural exchange between French and Dutch garden traditions, making it historically significant for understanding Northern European adaptations of French formal style. The precision of linework combined with fluid organic forms makes this piece a masterpiece of Baroque graphic arts, bridging utilitarian garden planning with artistic expression.
When incorporating reproductions of Marot's garden prints into contemporary spaces, consider their transformative potential as statement pieces. For homes with classic architecture, frame the print in a gilded Baroque-style frame matching the 26×36 inch original folio dimensions, hung in a dining room against deep emerald walls that echo the evergreen hedges. In modern offices, opt for a crisp white matte and slender black frame to let the intricate patterns command attention in reception areas. Scale the image to fill at least 36 inches wide to appreciate the delicate details. Pair with solid-color upholstery in sage green or terracotta to reference garden hues, or contrast with sleek metallic finishes for contemporary tension. For full immersive effect in large spaces, group multiple plates from Marot's series in symmetrical arrangements, recreating the parterre's rhythm indoors at 3/4 scale. Always position with ample lighting to enhance the engraved linework's depth.
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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.
