The Poultry Seller 1662
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Gabriel Metsu's The Poultry Seller 1662 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
Gabriel Metsu's The Poultry Seller (1662) is a luminous vignette of 17th-century Dutch daily life, radiating warmth and quiet drama. Set against a softly shadowed street, the painting captures a poised young woman inspecting a plucked fowl held by a ruddy-cheeked vendor, their exchange suffused with golden daylight—a hallmark of Metsu’s mastery in rendering textures and subtle emotions. As a leading figure of the Leiden "Fine Painters" movement, Metsu bridged genre painting’s intimacy with Vermeer’s precision, elevating mundane moments into poetic narratives. This work epitomizes Dutch Golden Age ideals: meticulous detail (note the basket’s woven reeds and the hen’s translucent claws), harmonious composition, and a moral undertone—perhaps hinting at transience or domestic virtue. Its historical significance lies in encapsulating bourgeois values while pioneering atmospheric storytelling through chiaroscuro, influencing later artists like Chardin.
For contemporary spaces, The Poultry Seller lends earthy elegance and narrative charm. In a dining room or kitchen, its warm ochres and russets harmonize with wooden furniture or terracotta accents, while the balanced composition suits symmetrical placements—flanked by sconces or within a classic gilt frame. Opt for a medium-large scale (a 24x30” print or smaller original reproduction) to maintain intimacy without overwhelming. Pair it with muted Farrow & Ball greens (Vert de Terre) or deep blues (Hague Blue) to echo the painting’s subdued background, enhancing cohesion. In offices, its storytelling quality sparks conversation; hang it near seating areas alongside minimalist decor to let its details shine. The scene’s quiet activity also suits entryways, subtly setting a welcoming tone rooted in timeless craftsmanship.
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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.
