Quand Le Chat N'est Pas La, Les Souris Dansent
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Evert Jan Boks's Quand Le Chat N'est Pas La, Les Souris Dansent 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
Quand Le Chat N'est Pas La, Les Souris Dansent (When the Cat's Away, the Mice Dance) by Dutch artist Evert Jan Boks (1894-1969) is a whimsical modernist oil painting that exemplifies the playful spirit of mid-20th century European art. Created in 1937, this vibrant composition depicts anthropomorphized mice reveling in a carefree celebration, their elongated limbs dancing across a geometrically abstracted interior space. Boks merges cubist fragmentation with surrealist humor, creating a visual pun on the French proverb that became its title. The work's joyful exaggeration of forms and dynamic color palette - dominated by warm russets and golden yellows - reflects the artist's background in theatrical design and his engagement with avant-garde movements while maintaining accessible figurative elements. This painting occupies an important place in interwar Dutch modernism, bridging decorative arts and fine painting traditions with its sophisticated yet approachable aesthetic.
When displaying this artwork in interior spaces, consider its optimal viewing distance of 2-3 meters due to the intricate detailing in the stylized mouse figures. The painting's warm earth tones make it particularly suitable for rooms with natural wood furnishings or terracotta accents, while its geometric elements complement mid-century modern or Art Deco interiors. For offices, it creates an energetic yet sophisticated focal point in reception areas or creative workspaces, its theme subtly reinforcing ideas of autonomy and playful innovation. In residential settings, the medium size (typically 60x80cm) works well above consoles or as part of a salon-style hanging in dining rooms. Pair with simple, clean-lined frames in walnut or black lacquer to accentuate its modernist qualities, and consider lighting that brings out the rich golden undertones in the composition. The painting's inherent movement makes it ideal for spaces where social interaction occurs, transforming ordinary walls into animated conversation starters.
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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.
