Bretonnes Cueillant Des Pommes
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Emile Bernard's Bretonnes Cueillant Des Pommes 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 Bretonnes Cueillant Des Pommes (Breton Women Picking Apples) is a radiant example of Post-Impressionist Cloisonnism, a style marked by bold outlines and flat areas of vibrant color, which Bernard pioneered alongside Paul Gauguin in the late 1880s. The painting captures Breton peasant women in traditional dress harvesting apples under lush foliage, their serene labor framed by rhythmic patterns and a tapestry-like composition. The earthy yet vivid palette—deep greens, warm ochers, and pops of red—evokes harmony with nature, while the heavy contours reflect Bernard’s rejection of realism in favor of symbolic simplicity. Created during his Brittany period, this work exemplifies his fascination with rural life and spiritual purity, bridging Primitivism and modern abstraction. Historically, it cemented Bernard’s role in reshaping avant-garde art, influencing Synthetism and setting foundations for expressive 20th-century movements.
For interior spaces, Bretonnes Cueillant Des Pommes would shine in a rustic-chic or Arts & Crafts-inspired setting, where its organic tones and structured forms could resonate. A large-scale reproduction (around 24" x 30") would anchor a dining room or study, ideally against muted walls—sage green or warm gray—to let its colors bloom without overwhelming. Pair it with solid wood furniture and handwoven textiles to echo its earthy ethos, or contrast with sleek mid-century pieces for balance. In offices, position it near natural light to amplify its luminosity, complementing minimalist décor for focus or eclectic shelves for creative energy. The painting’s pastoral tranquility also suits wellness spaces, fostering calm amid neutral tones and organic textures. A framed canvas or high-quality print would honor its heritage, opting for gilt or walnut finishes to underscore its historic charm.
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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.
