Self-portrait 2
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Repin Iliya's Self-portrait 2 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
In Self-Portrait №2 (1887), Ilya Repin masterfully captures his penetrating gaze and introspective mood with thick, expressive brushstrokes typical of Russian Realism. Painted at the height of his career, this raw yet dignified self-depiction shows the 43-year-old artist wearing his signature round spectacles, his furrowed brow suggesting creative intensity. The warm ochre background seems to glow behind his prominent russet beard, creating an almost reverential atmosphere that emphasizes Repin's status as Russia's foremost genre painter. This seminal work bridges 19th-century academic traditions and emerging modernist tendencies - its psychological depth influenced later portraitists like Serov, while maintaining Repin's celebrated observational precision seen in masterpieces like "Barge Haulers on the Volga." Now housed in Moscow's Tretyakov Gallery, this self-portrait represents a pivotal moment when Russian art gained international recognition.
For contemporary interiors, this impactful portrait commands attention best hung in a study or executive office with warm wood furnishings. Its earthy palette harmonizes beautifully with cognac leather chairs and walnut bookcases, while its 50×40 cm dimensions suit above-desk placement for intimate viewing. Consider pairing with brass desk accessories to echo the painting's golden undertones, and position beneath adjustable picture lights to enhance the dramatic chiaroscuro. In minimalist spaces, the portrait's textured brushwork adds organic warmth against neutral walls - offset its intensity with clean-lined mid-century furniture. Avoid cluttering nearby walls; this psychologically charged work needs breathing room. For galleries or creative workspaces, group asymmetrically with smaller preparatory sketches to create narrative depth, maintaining the portrait as the focal point through strategic lighting.
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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.
