Le Bal
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Erich Buttner's Le Bal 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
Erich Buttner's Le Bal is a vibrant encapsulation of Weimar-era Berlin, pulsating with the energy and ambiguity of postwar society. Painted in 1921, the scene depicts a crowded dancehall where angular figures swirl in exaggerated motion, their stylized forms rendered in bold, expressive strokes typical of German Expressionism. Buttner, associated with the Berlin Secession, masterfully employs dissonant colors—acid greens clashing with rosy flesh tones—to evoke both the euphoria and underlying unease of urban nightlife. Shadows loom theatrically, distorting faces into near-grotesque masks, a visual metaphor for societal disintegration beneath superficial revelry. Historically significant, the work bridges late Impressionist brushwork with the Neue Sachlichkeit's (New Objectivity) critical gaze, capturing Germany's cultural limbo between decadence and disillusionment. Though less renowned than contemporaries like Grosz or Dix, Buttner’s Le Bal remains a poignant artifact of interwar avant-garde experimentation.
For contemporary spaces, Le Bal commands attention as a statement piece in rooms craving dynamic contrast. Its ideal setting would be a minimalist office with charcoal walls, where the painting’s frenetic energy counterbalances sleek furnishings—perhaps paired with tubular steel Marcel Breuer chairs to echo its modernist roots. In homes, hang it in a dining or lounge area to energize social spaces; the 70x90cm standard size ensures visibility without overwhelming mid-century interiors. Pull colors from its palette through accents: emerald velvet cushions or a fuchsia area rug to harmonize its bold hues. Avoid competing patterns nearby; let it anchor the wall opposite large windows, where changing daylight amplifies its chromatic tension. For collectors, a museum-quality frame in brushed brass would honor its vintage while adding warmth—transforming Buttner’s chaotic ballroom into a curated focal point ripe for conversation.
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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.
