Der Apfel
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Franz Von Persoglia's Der Apfel 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
Franz Von Persoglia's "Der Apfel" is a mesmerizing still-life that exudes quiet elegance, executed with the meticulous detail characteristic of late 19th-century Austrian realism. The painting centers on a single apple rendered with astonishing luminosity - its waxy surface catching light in pearlescent highlights while dark accents suggest weight and volume. This unassuming subject becomes monumental through Von Persoglia's masterful handling of texture; you can almost feel the fruit's cool smoothness contrasting with the rough woodgrain of the table beneath. Created during 1883-1885 when the artist was exploring quotidian poetry, it represents a pivotal shift from Biedermeier sentimentality to a more modernist celebration of form. Though lesser-known than German still-life contemporaries like Leibl, the work gained recognition in the 1920s Vienna art revival as bridging traditional craft with proto-modern objectivity. Today, it's considered an important precursor to the Neue Sachlichkeit movement's precise realism.
For contemporary spaces, "Der Apfel" offers versatile sophistication. In a minimalist office, a medium-sized giclée (approx. 60×50cm) in a slender black frame would create striking contrast against white walls while complementing modern furniture - the painting's warm ochre undertones harmonizing with natural wood or leather accents. Consider placing it where sunlight mimics its depicted light direction for dimensional interplay. In a traditional dining room, an ornate gold-leaf frame would amplify its old-world charm when paired with walnut furniture and pressed botanicals. The artwork's compact scale makes it ideal for intimate spaces like reading nooks or entry consoles, where its contemplative mood sets a refined tone. For color scheming, pull its earthy crimson and moss-green palette into textiles or ceramics to create cohesion without overwhelming.
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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.
