Chinese Porcelain Plate with Cherries
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Giovanna Garzoni's Chinese Porcelain Plate with Cherries 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
Giovanna Garzoni’s Chinese Porcelain Plate with Cherries (c. 1650-1662) is a radiant still life that captures the quiet luxury of 17th-century Italy. The painting depicts a delicate blue-and-white Chinese porcelain plate, heaped with plump, sunlit cherries, their glossy skins reflecting light like tiny jewels. Garzoni, a trailblazing female artist of the Baroque era, was renowned for her meticulous botanical studies and still lifes—a rarity for women in male-dominated art academies. Her work blends scientific precision with poetic elegance; here, the cherries’ vibrant reds contrast exquisitely against the plate’s cool cobalt patterns, while a single fallen stem adds lifelike spontaneity. This piece exemplifies her mastery of tempera on vellum—a medium that allowed luminous, almost enamel-like textures. Historically, it reflects Europe’s fascination with chinoiserie and the growing appreciation for still lifes as independent artworks, not merely decorative aids. Garzoni’s works, including this one, were coveted by Medici patrons, securing her legacy as one of Italy’s first professional female artists.
For a refined yet inviting space, this artwork thrives in a light-filled dining room or study. Hang it against muted, warm walls (soft taupe or sage green) to let the cherries’ red tones pop, or pair it with minimalist Scandinavian furniture for a modern contrast. The plate’s blue motifs could inspire accent colors—think navy cushions or celadon ceramics. At roughly 25x20 cm (typical for Garzoni’s vellum works), it suits intimate settings: float it in a slender gold frame above a console table, or group it with smaller botanical prints for a curated gallery wall. In an office, it lends sophistication beside leather-bound books or a sleek writing desk, bridging classic and contemporary styles. Avoid overcrowding; its delicate detail shines best with breathing room—perhaps beside a single Ming-style vase or a sprig of fresh cherries in a glass bowl.
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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.
