Le Dejeuner Sur L'herbe (g./p. E.668)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edouard Manet's Le Dejeuner Sur L'herbe (g./p. E.668) 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
Édouard Manet's Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe (oil on canvas, 1863, Musée d'Orsay) is a groundbreaking masterpiece that shattered conventions with its daring modernity. Set in a sun-dappled forest clearing, the painting depicts two fully dressed bourgeois gentlemen lounging alongside a nude woman who gazes unabashedly at the viewer, while another woman bathes in the background. This provocative juxtaposition of nude and clothed figures—traditionally reserved for mythological scenes—in a contemporary picnic setting caused an uproar at the 1863 Salon des Refusés. Manet's flattened forms, abrupt spatial transitions, and bold chiaroscuro rejected academic ideals, instead drawing inspiration from Titian and Giorgione while anticipating Impressionism. As one of the first modernist declarations, it redefined painting's purpose from idealization to truthful observation, cementing Manet's role as a bridge between realism and avant-garde movements.
For spaces seeking sophisticated rebellion, a reproduction of Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe injects intellectual boldness. Hang it in a study or living room with high ceilings to mirror its large-scale (208 × 264 cm) grandeur, allowing the composition's diagonal energy to animate the area. Pair with minimalist furniture in warm woods or sleek metals to let Manet's restrained palette of olive greens, creamy flesh tones, and charcoal blacks dominate. For offices, position it opposite modern art pieces to create a dialogue about artistic evolution, or contrast its earthy tones with jewel-toned velvet upholstery for decadent tension. Opt for a gilded frame to honor its Salon heritage or a matte black one for contemporary edge. This artwork thrives in spaces that balance tradition with provocation—much like Manet himself.
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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.
