Huitres, Ecrevisses Et Citrons Sur Une Table
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Hubert Bellis's Huitres, Ecrevisses Et Citrons Sur Une Table 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
Hubert Bellis’ still life "Huîtres, Écrevisses et Citrons sur une Table" (Oysters, Crayfish and Lemons on a Table) epitomizes the opulent realism of late 19th-century Belgian painting. The meticulous composition glows with a lush materialism—pearly oyster shells glisten against tarnished silver platters, ruby-red crayfish claws curl dramatically, and sunlit lemon rinds release visual zest across the canvas. Executed during the 1880s when Bellis perfected his banquet aesthetic, the work reflects Northern Renaissance traditions reinterpreted through modern Trompe-l'œil techniques. Its historical significance lies in bridging academic precision with Impressionist light play, anticipating the tactile virtuosity of later food still life specialists like William Merritt Chase. The painting’s celebration of bourgeois abundance offers a fascinating counterpoint to Van Gogh’s humble potato eaters painted contemporaneously.
For interior applications, this masterpiece thrives in classical or transitional dining spaces—its warm ochre backdrop harmonizing exquisitely with mahogany furniture or taupe wall paneling. Frame it in an ornate gilt compo frame (5-7cm width) to amplify its Old Master gravitas, ideally displayed at eye-level above a sideboard or bar cabinet where its culinary theme resonates. In contemporary offices, pair it with dove-gray upholstery and brass fixtures; the metallic accents will echo the painting’s silverware while softening its density. For ideal viewing, maintain a viewing distance equal to 1.5x the canvas width (standard 60x80cm versions require 90cm clearance). Avoid hanging near cool-toned art to preserve its golden luminosity—Florentine mirror placements or amber-glass sconces make perfect luminous companions.
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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.
