Night Scene 1939
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Istvan Farkas's Night Scene 1939 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
Istvan Farkas' Night Scene (1939) immerses viewers in a dreamlike nocturnal atmosphere, where muted blues and deep greens swirl beneath a moonlit sky. The Hungarian modernist, influenced by both Expressionism and the Parisian avant-garde, creates a poetic tension between intimacy and mystery—figures emerge subtly from shadows, their simplified forms echoing the emotional weight of pre-war Europe. As a key figure in the New Society of Artists movement, Farkas blended Central European melancholy with French color sensibility; this particular work exemplifies his signature "lyrical expressionism," where brushstrokes pulse with quiet emotion. Though lesser known internationally than his peer Chagall, Night Scene holds historical significance as one of his last major works before perishing in the Holocaust, making it a poignant testament to lost artistic voices of 20th-century Jewish modernism.
For interiors, Night Scene shines as a sophisticated focal point in rooms with modern-minimalist or art deco influences. Its 100x80cm mid-size format suits statement walls above sofas or office credenzas—avoid overcrowding by allowing 1.5x the painting’s width as breathing space. Echo the dominant Prussian blue in velvet cushions or a Murano glass lamp, while warm brass accents mirror its golden lunar highlights. In corporate spaces, pair it with clean-lined walnut shelving to balance its emotive brushwork; at home, let it anchor a reading nook with tactile textures like sheepskin and matte ceramic vases. For lighting, directional LED spots (2700K) will enhance its luminous depths without glare. The painting’s introspective quality makes it ideal for spaces meant to inspire contemplation—studios, executive offices, or boutique hotel lounges seeking cultured tranquility.
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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.
