Am Wasser
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Georg Schrimpf's Am Wasser 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
Georg Schrimpf's Am Wasser (1923) embodies the quiet poetry of the New Objectivity movement, where crisp realism meets subtle melancholy. The painting depicts a serene waterside scene – likely the Starnberger See near Munich – with a lone seated woman gazing across still waters. Her sturdy, simplified form and the carefully balanced composition reflect Schrimpf's distinctive blend of folk art simplicity with modernist precision. The muted earthy tones and diffused light create a meditative atmosphere characteristic of his postwar works, which rejected expressionist flamboyance for restrained introspection. As one of Schrimpf's most reproduced images, Am Wasser occupies a pivotal place in interwar German art, bridging vernacular traditions with the Neue Sachlichkeit's clear-eyed appraisal of the everyday. The painting's contemplative stillness resonates particularly with viewers today as a visual metaphor for respite and interiority.
For spaces seeking understated sophistication, Am Wasser’s harmonious geometry and soft terracotta/olive palette make it ideal for minimalist interiors or organic modern designs. Consider displaying it in a study or lounge area where its tranquil energy can be appreciated, paired with streamlined mid-century furniture in walnut or bleached oak to echo its warm undertones. The composition works beautifully above a low console or as part of a curated gallery wall with other New Objectivity prints. Opt for a medium-sized reproduction (approx. 60x80cm) to maintain the intimate scale Schrimpf intended – large formats would disrupt its delicate equilibrium. Matte framing with slender charcoal tones complements the work's subdued chromatic range, while positioning it adjacent to textured linen drapes or handmade ceramics reinforces its tactile sensibility. The painting's timeless quietude makes it equally suitable for creative workspaces seeking visual calm without sterile modernism.
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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.
