A Lady Reading a Letter c. 1662
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Gerard Ter Borch's A Lady Reading a Letter c. 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
In Gerard Ter Borch's A Lady Reading a Letter (c. 1662), an exquisite hush falls over the scene as a noblewoman in a luminous satin gown pores over a letter by candlelight. Painted during the Dutch Golden Age, the work epitomizes Ter Borch’s mastery of intimate, quiet moments, rendered with astonishing precision in textures—from the shimmering dress to the wooden table’s grain. The composition’s restrained palette, dominated by warm neutrals and silvery whites, draws the viewer into a private, contemplative world. Art historians celebrate this piece for bridging genre painting’s narrative subtlety with portraiture’s elegance, showcasing Ter Borch’s influence on Vermeer and later interior scenes. Its modest scale (around 50 x 40 cm) heightens the sense of precious intimacy, making it a jewel of 17th-century Dutch realism.
For interior styling, this painting’s tranquil sophistication suits a study, library, or bedroom, where its muted tones harmonize with rich woods, soft textiles, or antique brass accents. Frame it in a slender ebony or gilded baroque moulding to echo its era, and hang it at eye level near a reading nook or desk to amplify its reflective mood. Pair it with a monochrome scheme—cream walls, charcoal upholstery—to let the gown’s metallic sheen stand out, or contrast it with deep emerald greens for drama. A smaller replica (about 30 x 25 cm) could anchor a gallery wall alongside black-and-white sketches or botanical prints, while its theme of quiet focus makes it equally fitting for a serene office space, perhaps flanked by modern task lighting to recreate the candle’s glow.
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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.
