Faktning mellan soldater
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ivar Arosenius's Faktning mellan soldater 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
"Ivar Arosenius's Faktning mellan soldater (Fencing Soldiers) captures a moment charged with tension and theatricality. Painted around the early 1900s during Sweden's National Romantic movement, Arosenius's work blends folkloric whimsy with eerie undertones. The scene depicts soldiers mid-duel—their postures exaggerated, faces masked in peculiar half-smiles—rendered in muted earth tones punctuated by splashes of rusty red. Arosenius's style nods to Scandinavian symbolism, merging naïve draftsmanship with psychological depth, as if Edward Munch met a medieval illuminator. Often overshadowed by his contemporaries like Carl Larsson, this piece exemplifies Arosenius's unique niche: straddling childlike wonder and existential unease. Today, it's celebrated as a bridge between traditional Nordic narratives and proto-surrealist experimentation."
"To showcase Faktning mellan soldater effectively, consider a study or creative workspace where its narrative intrigue can spark conversation. The painting’s 50x60cm scale suits intimate settings—hang it at eye level above a wooden desk or a velvet-upholstered reading chair to enhance its vintage charm. Pair with rustic oak frames or distressed brass finishes to mirror its earthy palette, or create contrast with deep teal or ochre walls. For offices, flank it with industrial sconces to highlight the dramatic composition, avoiding cluttered arrangements that might dilute its impact. In modern spaces, balance its figurative style with minimalist furniture, letting the artwork’s theatrical energy become the focal point. The reddish tones in the soldiers' uniforms could be echoed subtly through leather desk accessories or terracotta ceramics for cohesion."
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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.
