Self portrait in a Turban with her Child, 1786
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Elisabeth Vigee-Lebrun's Self portrait in a Turban with her Child, 1786 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
Elisabeth Vigée-Lebrun's Self-Portrait in a Turban with her Child (1786) radiates warmth and intimacy, capturing the artist in a rare maternal embrace with her young daughter Julie. Bathed in soft golden light, Vigée-Lebrun's loose brushstrokes and rosy-cheeked complexion reflect her mastery of Rococo elegance while hinting at the emerging Neoclassical restraint. The exotic turban—a nod to 18th-century Orientalist fascination—contrasts beautifully with the tender domesticity of the scene, showcasing her ability to balance theatricality with genuine emotion. As one of only four surviving mother-child self-portraits by Europe's premier female court painter, this work shattered conventions by presenting an accomplished artist as both creator and nurturer—a radical concept that secured its place as a feminist landmark in art history.
For contemporary spaces, this painting's 94 x 74cm dimensions make it ideal for focal-point placement above a mantel or console table. The golden ochre and azure tones in the turban would elegantly anchor a room with brass accents and navy upholstery, while the soft peach hues of the faces could inspire a complementary color scheme for throw pillows or area rugs. In a home office, the dual themes of creativity and care would pair beautifully with caramel leather furnishings and walnut bookcases, reinforcing the warmth of the composition. For gallery-style hanging, position it with 10-15cm margin from adjacent artworks to allow its delicate details to shine, possibly flanked by gilded sconces to echo the original candlelit ambiance Vigée-Lebrun favored in her salons.
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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.
