Les tres riches heures du Duc de Berry Novembre (November)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Harry J. Pearson's Les tres riches heures du Duc de Berry Novembre (November) 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
The November page from Les Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry, meticulously recreated by artist Harry J. Pearson, captures the quiet melancholy of late autumn in medieval France. Inspired by the original 15th-century illuminated manuscript commissioned by Jean, Duke of Berry, Pearson’s rendition preserves the exquisite detail and luminous colors characteristic of Northern Renaissance manuscript illumination. The scene depicts peasants engaged in the season’s labors—sowing winter wheat, herding livestock—while the landscape fades into the muted golds and browns of falling leaves, framed by the soft glow of a low-hung sun. This work sits at the crossroads of sacred and secular medieval art, blending devotional richness with vivid observational naturalism. Revered as one of the finest examples of Gothic manuscript painting, the Très Riches Heures (and Pearson’s homage) remains a touchstone for its delicate brushwork, intricate symbolism, and poetic harmony between humanity and nature’s rhythms.
For interiors, this piece offers timeless elegance. In a study or home library, its warm earth tones and pastoral calm would pair beautifully with walnut wood furniture and muted textiles like linen or wool, reinforcing a cozy, intellectual atmosphere. Choose a gilded wooden frame to echo the manuscript’s original opulence, and opt for a medium to large size (e.g., 24x36 inches) to let the details shine without overwhelming. In a modern office, juxtapose it with minimalist black-and-white shelving to let the painting’s colors pop as a focal point. Soft, diffused lighting (warm LED spotlights or a nearby table lamp) will enhance the gold accents, while a deep green or burgundy accent wall could subtly mirror the foliage and robes in the artwork, creating a refined, historically rooted yet inviting space.
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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.
