Portrait of the composer Alexander Konstantinovich Glazunov (1865-1936) 1887
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Repin Iliya's Portrait of the composer Alexander Konstantinovich Glazunov (1865-1936) 1887 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
The portrait of composer Alexander Glazunov by Ilya Repin (1887) radiates with musical vitality frozen in oil. Painted when Glazunov was just 22 but already hailed as Russia’s rising compositional star, Repin captures the young maestro mid-inspiration – his delicate fingers resting on sheet music while distant eyes seem to hear unwritten melodies. The warm russet tones of his jacket contrast brilliantly with the cool gray-green background, a chromatic duet mirroring Glazunov’s own harmonies. As Russia's foremost realist painter, Repin applied his signature psychological depth here; every brushstroke conveys creative tension – from the tousled hair to the slight forward lean suggesting artistic urgency. This work stands as a pivotal document of Russia’s Silver Age, where Repin’s academic precision meets the emerging modernist sensibility that Glazunov’s music embodied.
For display, consider spaces celebrating creative energy – perhaps a music room’s focal wall or a writer’s study alcove. The 102×80cm size demands breathing room; place it with at least 1.5 meters clearance for proper viewing. Frame it in period-appropriate Russian neoclassical moulding (dark walnut with gilt slip) or modern flat-profile black for contemporary contrast. Complement its palette with deep emerald walls or tactile velvet furnishings in burnt umber. Avoid competing artwork nearby; let it resonate solo like a musical soloist. In offices, position where natural light obliquely grazes the surface to animate Repin’s textured brushwork – perfect above a grand piano or alongside shelves of leather-bound scores. The portrait’s introspective mood makes it ideal for spaces demanding both sophistication and creative stimulation.
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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.
