Au Square
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Henri-Jacques Evenepoel's Au Square 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-Jacques Evenepoel's Au Square (1897-99) is a luminous vignette of Parisian bourgeois leisure, capturing two elegantly dressed women conversing in a sun-dappled park. Bathed in Evenepoel’s signature Post-Impressionist palette—vibrant greens, tender pinks, and creamy whites—the scene exudes both harmony and modernity. The artist, a protégé of Gustave Moreau, masterfully balances loose brushwork with structured composition, reflecting his dialogue with contemporaries like Vuillard and the Nabis group. Though tragically short-lived (he died at 27), Evenepoel’s works bridge Impressionism’s spontaneity and early Fauvist boldness, making Au Square a significant yet underrated gem in late-19th-century art history. Its intimate scale (63 x 79 cm) intensifies the viewer’s sense of peering into a private moment.
For interiors, Au Square’s verdant yet refined tones make it ideal for spaces seeking sophistication with warmth. Hang it in a light-filled dining room or office nook where its garden ambiance can complement natural materials like oak furniture or linen upholstery. The painting’s soft pinks and greens harmonize with muted terracotta, sage, or blush décor—pair with matte ceramics or velvet textiles for tactile contrast. A medium-to-large gilded or whitewashed frame would honor its period while keeping the focus on the composition. In compact rooms, use it as a focal point above a writing desk or console table, flanked by minimalist brass sconces to echo its golden highlights. Avoid cluttering surrounding walls; let its bucolic charm breathe alongside a single sculptural vase or stacked art books.
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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.
