A Poulterer Selling A Chicken To An Elegant Lady
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Gabriel Metsu's A Poulterer Selling A Chicken To An Elegant Lady 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
In Gabriel Metsu's charming genre painting A Poulterer Selling A Chicken To An Elegant Lady (c.1662), golden daylight spills across a Dutch marketplace scene bustling with quiet refinement. The artist captures a moment of transactional elegance – a well-dressed lady inspects poultry while her maid waits attentively, their crisp silks contrasting with the vendor's earthy garments. Metsu's genius lies in transforming ordinary commerce into visual poetry through meticulous details: the chicken's iridescent feathers mirror satin folds, while a loyal terrier adds warmth to the composition. As a leading practitioner of Dutch Golden Age genre painting, Metsu elevates daily life to high art through his masterful play of textures and restrained Baroque drama. The work exemplifies Holland's 17th-century obsession with depicting virtuous domesticity and honest trade, though Metsu distinguishes himself with particularly sensitive portrayals of women across social classes.
When displaying this artwork in contemporary spaces, consider its harmonious blend of sophistication and earthy vitality. A dining room or kitchen nook proves ideal, allowing Metsu's culinary theme to inspire conversation. Select frames in warm walnut or ebonized oak with delicate gilt accents to complement both the painting's rustic and luxurious elements. For wall colors, try Farrow & Ball's "String" or Benjamin Moore's "Edgecomb Gray" to echo the linen tones in the composition. At approximately 24x20 inches (typical for Metsu's oeuvre), the piece works beautifully above a sideboard or as part of a Dutch Masters gallery wall – pair with still lifes by Claesz or De Heem for thematic cohesion. Modern interiors benefit from its timeless palette of cream, slate blue, and amber, while traditional spaces appreciate its narrative charm. Keep surrounding decor simple to let the painting's intricate details shine.
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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.
