The Banquet Of Cleopatra
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Francesco Salvator Fontebasso's The Banquet Of Cleopatra 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
Francesco Salvator Fontebasso's The Banquet of Cleopatra (c. 1750) captures the legendary extravagance of Cleopatra dissolving a priceless pearl in vinegar to impress Mark Antony. Bathed in theatrical lighting, the scene unfolds with Baroque dynamism—swirling drapery, gleaming textures, and opulent details heighten the drama of aristocratic spectacle. Fontebasso, a Venetian Rococo painter, infused the work with refined elegance and subtle eroticism, typical of 18th-century interpretations of classical themes. While less renowned than contemporaries like Tiepolo, his mastery of color and composition secured his place in Venetian art history, bridging late Baroque grandeur and the emerging lightness of Rococo. The painting epitomizes Enlightenment Europe's fascination with Orientalist luxury and ancient power plays, making it a compelling document of its era.
For modern interiors, The Banquet of Cleopatra harmonizes best with high-ceilinged spaces like grand dining rooms or lobbies, where its narrative scale (typically over 150 cm wide) commands attention without overwhelming. Pair it with gilded Louis XVI-style frames and sumptuous fabrics—velvet or silk in emerald green or wine red—to echo its lavish palette. In minimalist settings, let it serve as a singular focal point against neutral walls, balanced by metallic or marble accents that mirror its pearl-and-gold motifs. Office spaces aiming for sophistication might display a smaller reproduction alongside dark wood furnishings and restrained lighting to underscore its diplomatic subtext. Avoid cluttering adjacent walls; this painting thrives as a conversation starter when given room to "breathe" amidst complementary textures.
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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.
