Poet-futurist (portrait of Vladimir Vladimirovich Mayakovsky)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Repin Iliya's Poet-futurist (portrait of Vladimir Vladimirovich Mayakovsky) 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
Ilya Repin's Poet-Futurist (Portrait of Vladimir Vladimirovich Mayakovsky) is a striking collision of artistic eras, capturing the fiery spirit of Russian Futurism through the brush of a celebrated Realist master. Painted in 1915, the portrait depicts the avant-garde poet Mayakovsky—a towering figure of radical verse and revolutionary ideals—with electrifying intensity. Repin, renowned for his realist masterpieces like Barge Haulers on the Volga, surprises here with a semi-abstract approach, rendering Mayakovsky's angular face and piercing gaze in bold, expressive strokes that seem to vibrate with kinetic energy. The background dissolves into dynamic planes of color, mirroring the Futurist obsession with movement and modernity. This painting occupies a unique place in art history: Repin, then in his seventies, bridges tradition and the avant-garde, offering a rare dialogue between Russia's academic legacy and its rebellious new wave. The work pulses with tension—both stylistic and generational—making it a fascinating artifact of early 20th-century cultural upheaval.
For interior styling, this commanding portrait demands a space that amplifies its revolutionary energy. Hang it as a focal point in a high-ceilinged study or minimalist loft, where its dramatic brushwork can breathe against neutral walls in charcoal or warm putty tones. The painting's rich ochres and deep umbers pair exceptionally with mid-century modern furniture in walnut or blackened steel, while sparingly placed industrial lighting (like a vintage Tolomeo lamp) will echo its avant-garde spirit. At 121 × 103 cm, it suits a spacious area above a low-profile console or flanked by floating shelves displaying art monographs. For color cohesion, introduce accents in burnt orange or Prussian blue through textiles or ceramics—tones subtly present in Repin's layered background. In corporate settings, it sparks intellectual vigor in executive lounges alongside sculptural furniture, proving that great art transcends eras even as it immortalizes them.
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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.
