Portrait Of Grand Duchess Alexandra Pavlovna Of Russia (1783-1801)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Dimitri Gregoriovitc Levitsky's Portrait Of Grand Duchess Alexandra Pavlovna Of Russia (1783-1801) 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 portrait of Grand Duchess Alexandra Pavlovna by Dimitri Levitsky (1735–1822) is a luminous example of late 18th-century Russian portraiture, radiating aristocratic grace and youthful innocence. Painted in 1791, the grand duchess is depicted in a soft, ethereal light, her delicate features and empire-style gown embodying the neoclassical ideals of the era. Levitsky, a master of Russian Enlightenment portraiture, captures her poised yet melancholic expression—a poignant foreshadowing of her tragically short life (she died at 18 in Hungary). The painting’s refined brushwork and subtle pastel palette reflect Levitsky’s fusion of Rococo elegance with emerging neoclassical restraint, bridging Catherine the Great’s opulent reign with the more austere tastes of her successors. As one of the few surviving portraits of Alexandra Pavlovna, it holds significant historical value, offering a window into the Romanov dynasty’s cultural aspirations during Russia’s golden age of portrait art.
For display, this portrait would elevate a formal sitting room or study with its regal yet tender aura. Ideal hanging height is eye level (57–60 inches from floor to center) in a space with subdued, natural lighting to enhance its delicate peach and powder-blue tones. Pair it with gilded neoclassical frames or furniture in mahogany or ebony to mirror its aristocratic origins—think slender-legged consoles or a Bergère chair. Avoid competing patterns; instead, opt for solid-color walls in dove gray or pale celadon to let the Duchess’s rose-tinted complexion shine. A scaled-down reproduction (24x30 inches) works well above a fireplace or beside floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, while larger formats command attention as a focal point in corporate lobbies or executive suites, symbolizing grace under pressure. The painting’s quiet dignity makes it particularly suited to spaces blending tradition and sophistication.
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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.
