Youth portrait of sculptor Ilya Yakovlevich Ginzburg
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Repin Iliya's Youth portrait of sculptor Ilya Yakovlevich Ginzburg 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
Capturing the vibrant spirit of youthful artistic genius, Repin's Youth Portrait of Sculptor Ilya Yakovlevich Ginzburg (1882-83) radiates with intimate warmth and creative promise. Painted during Repin's mature period when he mastered psychological realism, this small oil study (64.5×53 cm) shows his protégé Ginzburg - then a 15-year-old prodigy who would become a notable Russian sculptor - caught in a moment of pensive artistry, his clay-smudged hands mid-gesture above sculpting tools. The loose brushwork characteristic of Repin's preparatory sketches lends dynamism to the composition, where warm ochres of the studio walls contrast with Ginzburg's cerulean smock, creating visual harmony that influenced later Russian avant-garde portraitists. As a rare document of master-apprentice relationships in Russia's late 19th-century art world, this work holds particular significance in the Tretyakov Gallery's collection, bridging academic traditions and emerging modernist sensibilities.
For contemporary spaces, this portrait's earthy palette and artistic theme make it ideal for creative environments. In a home office, float-frame mounting would enhance its sketch-like quality while complementing mid-century wooden furniture; position it at eye-level (approx. 145-152cm) beside sculptural objets d'art to create thematic dialogue. The 25"×20" dimensions suit intimate areas - consider flanking with sconces casting warm 2700K light to echo the painting's golden undertones. In minimalist interiors, its textural brushstrokes add organic warmth; pair with matte navy accent walls using Benjamin Moore's Van Deusen Blue HC-156 to intensify the smock's hue. For galleriesque presentation in professional spaces, maintain 60-90cm clearance around the artwork, allowing the energetic impasto to command attention without competing with patterned furnishings.
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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.
