A Young Woman In A Red Jacket Feeding A Parrot
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Frans van Mieris's A Young Woman In A Red Jacket Feeding A Parrot 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
The enchanting oil painting A Young Woman in a Red Jacket Feeding a Parrot (1663) by Dutch Golden Age master Frans van Mieris epitomizes the refined elegance of the Leiden fijnschilders (fine painters) tradition. Bathed in soft, diffused light, the scene captures an intimate moment where a fashionable young woman—her sumptuous ruby-red jacket trimmed with white fur and gold embroidery—delicately offers seeds to a vibrant green parrot perched on her hand. Every meticulous brushstroke renders textures with astonishing precision: the sheen of satin, the parrot’s iridescent plumage, and the play of light on her pearl earring. Van Mieris’s genius lies in combining genre intimacy with aristocratic opulence, reflecting 17th-century Dutch fascination with exotic luxuries (parrots symbolized wealth as rare imports) and idealized domesticity. As one of the most celebrated fijnschilders, his works were prized by patrons like Cosimo III de’ Medici, cementing his status as a bridge between Vermeer’s poetic quietude and Gerrit Dou’s intricate detail.
For interior spaces, this masterpiece demands thoughtful placement to harmonize its richness. Ideal for a study or formal sitting room, its compact size (typically under 20 inches) suits classical or contemporary settings when paired with gilded frames for traditional decor or slim black frames for modern contrast. The dominant reds and golds invite pairing with deep emerald greens or charcoal walls—colors echoed in the parrot’s feathers—while brass accents or lacquered furniture can mirror its luxurious sheen. Position it at eye level near a reading nook or above a console table with Baroque-inspired objets d’art to amplify its narrative charm. In offices, it lends sophistication to executive spaces, sparking conversations about art history while balancing opulence with restraint through minimalist surrounds like matte-finished wood or neutral upholstery.
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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.
