Breton Women with umbrellas
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Emile Bernard's Breton Women with umbrellas 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
Emile Bernard’s Breton Women with Umbrellas (1892) immerses viewers in the serene yet expressive world of rural Brittany. The painting captures Breton women cloaked in traditional black dresses and white bonnets, parading beneath vibrant umbrellas against a flattened, almost dreamlike landscape. Bernard’s bold outlines and simplified forms reflect the Synthetist style he pioneered alongside Paul Gauguin—rejecting realism in favor of symbolic color and form to convey emotion and cultural identity. Historically, this work exemplifies Post-Impressionism’s break from naturalism, bridging Impressionism’s fleeting light with modern abstraction. Its significance lies in Bernard’s role as a key figure in Pont-Aven School, influencing artists like Van Gogh and inspiring the rise of Symbolism and early modern movements.
For décor, Breton Women with Umbrellas thrives in spaces blending rustic charm with artistic flair. A countryside-inspired living room or a creative office would be ideal, where its rich blues and earthy tones harmonize with wooden furnishings or linen textiles. The painting’s balanced composition pairs well with minimalist frames—think natural oak or black-stained wood—to let its colors shine. At 73 × 60 cm, it suits medium-sized walls above a console table or between bookshelves, drawing attention without overwhelming. Echo its palette with terracotta accents, indigo cushions, or matte ceramics for cohesion. In high-traffic areas, position it opposite a window to mimic its original luminosity, reinforcing the warmth and narrative depth Bernard envisioned.
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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.
