Femme au tub -- Le tub, from Elles
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Henri De Toulouse-Lautrec's Femme au tub -- Le tub, from Elles 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
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's Femme au tub — Le tub from his famous Elles series (1896) transports viewers into an intimate, unguarded moment of Parisian demi-monde life. The lithograph captures a curving female figure mid-bath, her back illuminated by soft light pooling around the oval tub—a study in vulnerability and quiet dignity rather than voyeurism. Lautrec’s sinuous Art Nouveau lines dissolve into delicate washes of peach and gray, blurring the boundary between drawing and painting—a hallmark of his innovative printmaking. Created during his immersion in Montmartre’s brothels, this work eschews theatricality for raw humanity, aligning with Degas' bathers while anticipating Expressionist distortions. As part of Elles, a groundbreaking portfolio depicting lesbian relationships and sex workers’ daily lives, it challenged bourgeois norms, securing Lautrec’s legacy as both a chronicler of marginalized lives and a pioneer of modern graphic arts.
For interiors, this artwork thrives in contemplative spaces—consider placing it above a vintage clawfoot tub in a moody bathroom with sage-green walls and brass fixtures, letting its peach tones echo in terracotta accessories. In a study or bedroom, pair the 50x65cm lithograph (standard folio size) with organic textures: a rattan armchair, linen drapes, and matte black frames to accentuate its smoky elegance. Offset its sensuous curves against clean-lined mid-century furniture or Japanese shoji screens for tension. For offices, position near seating areas to spark conversation about art history—its muted palette harmonizes effortlessly with warm neutrals or deep charcoal feature walls. Always avoid harsh lighting; diffuse spotlights or gallery-style LED strips will emulate the original’s tender luminescence. Larger open spaces benefit from grouping it with Lautrec’s other Elles works for narrative impact.
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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.
