Old and New Delhi
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Franz Xavier Habermann's Old and New Delhi 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 vibrant aquatint Old and New Delhi by Franz Xavier Habermann captivates with its intricate panorama of 18th-century India. Created around 1780, this hand-colored engraving presents a bustling architectural collage where Mughal domes and minarets blend with imagined European elements—a fantastical "Company School" interpretation typical of colonial-era Orientalist art. Habermann, a German cartographer-turned-printmaker, synthesized real Delhi landmarks with theatrical embellishments, his flattened perspective creating a jewel-like density of turquoise rivers, peach-hued palaces, and emerald groves. Though historically inaccurate by modern standards, the work represents a significant crossover between topographic documentation and decorative exoticism, foreshadowing the Romantic Orientalist movement. Its kaleidoscopic energy makes it a prized collector's item from the golden age of chinoiserie and its Indian counterparts.
For contemporary interiors, this print shines as a statement piece above a velvet-upholstered Chesterfield sofa or in a wood-paneled study. Its 24x36-inch dimensions command attention without overwhelming, ideally matted in warm ochre to accentuate the aged paper tone. Pair with brass accent tables and ikat textiles to echo its gilded details, or create bold contrast in a minimalist space with matte black frames. The aquatint's earthy palette (burnt sienna, malachite green) complements mid-century modern furniture, while its intricate linework harmonizes with Art Deco geometries. In offices, it lends gravitas when flanked by gilt-framed maps—position opposite windows to avoid direct sunlight fading its delicate pigments. For smaller spaces, focus on details like the foreground elephants through a museum-style magnifying glass display, transforming the artwork into an interactive conversation starter.
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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.
