Eiken bij een meertje met waterlelie
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jacob Van Ruisdael's Eiken bij een meertje met waterlelie 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 Jacob van Ruisdael’s "Eiken bij een meertje met waterlelie" (Oak Tree by a Lake with Water Lilies), the Dutch master transports viewers to a serene yet dramatic moment in nature. Painted around 1670–1680, this oil-on-canvas epitomizes the Golden Age of Dutch landscape painting, showcasing Ruisdael’s unparalleled skill in capturing light, texture, and atmospheric depth. The towering oak dominates the composition—its gnarled branches and weathered bark contrast with the stillness of the pond below, where delicate water lilies float. Moody clouds swirl overhead, casting shifting reflections on the water—a hallmark of Ruisdael’s dynamic skies. As one of the foremost landscapists of his era, Ruisdael elevated humble natural scenes into profound meditations on time and transience. Historically, this work exemplifies the Dutch Baroque obsession with realism infused with poetic grandeur, influencing later Romantic landscape painters like Constable and Turner.
For interior spaces, this masterpiece lends timeless sophistication. In a study or home library, the oak’s commanding presence complements dark wood furniture and leather accents—opt for a gilded frame to echo Baroque opulence. A spacious office benefits from its contemplative mood; position it opposite windows to allow natural light to animate its tones. The painting’s verdant greens and slate blues harmonize with muted earth tones or warm neutrals—avoid competing bright colors. Given its typical medium size (around 65 x 85 cm), it works best as a focal point above a console or fireplace rather than in a cluster. Pair with minimalist decor to let Ruisdael’s details shine or balance ornate interiors with its organic textures—proof that Old Masters still resonate in contemporary settings.
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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.
