Window Display In A Street In Detroit 1931
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Frida Kahlo's Window Display In A Street In Detroit 1931 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
Capturing Detroit’s gritty industrial spirit through her uniquely emotional lens, Frida Kahlo’s Window Display In A Street In Detroit (1931) reveals a cityscape both ordinary and haunting. Painted during her turbulent stay in Detroit with Diego Rivera, this rarely discussed work diverges from her iconic self-portraits, instead depicting a rain-slicked street scene reflected in a store window—a fractured composition where mannequins and urban life merge surreally. Executed shortly after her traumatic miscarriage, the muted grays and ghostly blurs echo her physical pain and alienation in America’s industrial heartland. Though overshadowed by her Mexican-era works, this piece remains significant as an early experiment in blending Neue Sachlichkeit objectivity with her emerging surreal symbolism, foreshadowing her later psychological intensity. The rain-streaked glass effect predates Gerhard Richter’s blurred photorealism by decades, cementing Kahlo’s underappreciated role in modernist innovation.
For interiors, this painting’s moody elegance shines in minimalist or industrial-chic spaces. Hang it in a high-traffic area like an office lobby or loft living room—its mid-size scale (approx. 30x40 cm reproduction suggested) commands attention without overwhelming. Pair with matte black frames and oxidized metal furnishings to amplify its metallic sheen, or contrast with warm walnut shelves for balance. The gray-blue palette complements concrete walls or slate textiles, while strategic lighting (dimmable LED spotlights at 3000K) enhances its watery reflections. In corporate settings, it sparks conversation placed near mid-century modern seating; at home, layer it with terracotta pots or a Persian rug to temper its coolness. Avoid cluttering nearby walls—let Kahlo’s introspective urban poetry breathe.
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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.
