Race Horses
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edgar Degas's Race Horses 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
Edgar Degas’ Race Horses captures the fleeting energy of equestrian sport through his masterful Impressionist lens. Painted circa 1885-1888 during his fascination with movement, the work depicts jockeys and their steeds mid-action—dust swirling, muscles taut, the horizon blurred in characteristic loose brushstrokes. Degas’ cropped composition, influenced by photography and Japanese prints, creates dynamic tension, placing viewers almost within the racetrack’s adrenaline. Though classified as Impressionist, his exacting draftsmanship (honed at the École des Beaux-Arts) sets him apart—here, thinned oils mimic pastel’s softness while maintaining precision. This piece exemplifies his radical departure from static salon paintings, cementing his role in modernizing 19th-century art by privileging spontaneity over formalism.
For decor, Race Horses lends sophistication to spaces craving kinetic elegance. Ideal for a study or boardroom, its horizontal layout (original dimensions ~40x60cm) complements wide walls above consoles or seating areas. Frame it in a slim, gilded profile to echo Degas’ Parisian era, or opt for matte black for contemporary contrast. Pair with deep emerald or burgundy accents—colors subtly present in the landscape—to unify the palette. Avoid cluttering nearby walls; let it breathe alongside minimalist furniture or equestrian-themed objets (bronze horse sculptures, leather-bound books). In daylight, position it where natural light amplifies its atmospheric haze, echoing the plein-air spirit Degas admired. A scaled-up reproduction can command attention in larger rooms, while a smaller print adds intrigue to a bookshelf vignette.
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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.
