Yvette Guilbert
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Henri De Toulouse-Lautrec's Yvette Guilbert 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 portrait of Yvette Guilbert captures the essence of Parisian cabaret glamour with raw, emotional intensity. Painted in 1894, this artwork immortalizes the iconic singer—known for her black gloves and sharp wit—in Lautrec's signature Post-Impressionist style. Using bold, fluid lines and strategic emptiness around the subject, the artist isolates Guilbert mid-performance, her elongated fingers and expressive face glowing against muted olive-green tones. This work exemplifies Lautrec's revolutionary approach to celebrity portraiture, rejecting idealization to reveal psychological depth. As part of his famous series documenting Montmartre entertainers, the painting holds significant art historical value, bridging 19th-century japonisme influences with emerging modernist sensibilities. The Smithsonian American Art Museum considers it a masterclass in capturing movement through static imagery.
For display, this lithograph would command attention in a study or creative workspace. Its 48.3 × 31.8 cm dimensions suit vertical placement above a mid-century modern desk or art deco sideboard. Frame it in slender black lacquer to echo the subject's gloves, allowing the olive undertones to harmonize with leather or velvet furnishings. In a minimalist office, position spotlights to create dramatic shadows replicating cabaret lighting, while gold accents in the space will pick up subtle warm tones in Guilbert's complexion. For residential spaces, pair with deep emerald walls or burgundy drapery that complement Lautrec's unconventional palette. Avoid cluttering adjacent walls—this work demands breathing room like the strategic negative space within the composition itself. An excellent conversation piece for entertainment areas, it brings artistic legacy and bohemian spirit to contemporary interiors.
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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.
