Le Lievre A La Royale Un Lievre Suspendu A Un Clou Avec Une Chocolatiere, Une Tasse Et Sa Soucoupe, Des Patisseries Et Un Pain De Sucre Sur Une Etagere
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jacques Charles Oudry's Le Lievre A La Royale Un Lievre Suspendu A Un Clou Avec Une Chocolatiere, Une Tasse Et Sa Soucoupe, Des Patisseries Et Un Pain De Sucre Sur Une Etagere 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
Jacques Charles Oudry's 1742 still life Le Lièvre à la Royale, Un Lièvre Suspendu à un Clou avec une Chocolatière, une Tasse et sa Soucoupe, des Pâtisseries et un Pain de Sucre sur une Étagère epitomizes 18th-century French aristocratic decadence through exquisite naturalism. Suspended upside-down with meticulous fur texture, the hare becomes a dazzling hunting trophy, contrasting with sumptuous breakfast elements – delicate porcelain chocolate set, sugar loaf, and pastries – all rendered in Oudry's signature hyper-detailed realism under dramatic Rembrandtesque lighting. As court painter to Louis XV, Oudry elevated still life beyond mere decoration; this work reflects Versailles' ritualized dining culture while showcasing his revolutionary ability to translate textures (glazed ceramic, crumbling pastry, coarse bread) into poetic tactile experiences. Art historians consider it a pinnacle of Rococo-era nature morte, bridging Dutch precision with French aristocratic sensibility – its suspended composition later influencing Chardin and even Manet's The Rabbit.
For contemporary spaces, this masterpiece demands strategic placement to amplify its sophistication. Hang the medium-sized canvas (typically 50x60cm reproductions) as a dining room focal point above buffets or in libraries beside leather-bound books, allowing its warm umber palette to complement wood furnishings and brass accents. The painting’s vertical dynamism suits high-ceilinged entrance halls when paired with gilded Louis XVI console tables and candle sconces. Modern interiors can temper its opulence through matte black frames and neutral walls (Farrow & Ball’s Drop Cloth), letting the hare’s russet hues pop alongside minimalist pottery collections. For offices, scale down to A3 archival prints displayed in floating shelves with bergère chairs – the sugar loaf’s crystalline geometry subtly echoes modernist decor, while the chocolate service inspires tasteful coffee nooks adorned with Haviland porcelain replicas. Always illuminate with 2700K LED spots to recreate Oudry’s chiaroscuro drama.
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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.
