Racehorses II
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edgar Degas's Racehorses II 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' Racehorses II captures the pulsating energy of equestrian sport through his signature impressionistic lens. The painting depicts thoroughbreds mid-stride—their muscular forms dissolving into dynamic brushstrokes, while jockeys lean forward in postures of taut anticipation. Degas masterfully conveys motion through asymmetrical composition, using cropped framing (a technique influenced by Japanese prints) to create snapshot-like immediacy. Painted during his 1860s-1870s equestrian series, this work exemplifies his transition from academic realism to proto-impressionism—studying modern life while prioritizing movement over static perfection. Though less famous than his ballet scenes, Degas' horse paintings were groundbreaking in their radical perspective distortions and experimental pastel techniques, foreshadowing later movements like Futurism. The muted earth tones and kinetic diagonals evoke both the aristocracy of Parisian racetracks and the raw physicality beneath its genteel surface.
For interior spaces, Racehorses II thrives in transitional areas where its energy can inspire movement—consider a home office near French doors or a luxe hotel lobby hallway. Partner it with streamlined furnishings: a Chesterfield sofa in caramel leather echoes the painting’s warm umbers, while matte black picture framing mirrors Degas’ graphic linework. The ideal wall color would be Farrow & Ball’s Pavilion Gray (#279), whose cool neutrality lets the artwork’s ochres and creams glow. Given Degas’ intimate scale preferences (typically under 24” wide), opt for a central placement at eye level—flanked by sconces with bronze finishes to complement the palette. In corporate settings, it works exceptionally well in finance firms or creative agencies, subtly symbolizing strategic momentum when paired with walnut millwork and textured wool drapes.
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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.
