An Argument Over A Card Game
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jan Steen's An Argument Over A Card Game 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
Jan Steen's An Argument Over A Card Game (c. 1665–1670) bursts with chaotic energy, capturing a moment of drunken quarrel erupting among peasants gathered around a dimly lit tavern table. The scene teems with expressive faces—flushed cheeks, exaggerated gestures, and slumped postures—highlighting Steen’s masterful storytelling through body language and humor. Painted during the Dutch Golden Age, this oil-on-panel work exemplifies Steen’s signature genre scenes: lively, moralizing vignettes of everyday life, often cautionary tales about vice and folly. His loose brushwork and warm palette of earthy tones and deep reds evoke a sense of immediacy, while subtle symbolism (like the overturned stool hinting at disrupted order) enriches its narrative depth. Though less solemn than contemporaries like Rembrandt, Steen’s work is celebrated for its wit and sociological insight, offering a vivid window into 17th-century Dutch culture.
For display, this painting’s boisterous charm suits relaxed, convivial spaces. Hang it in a study, dining room, or lounge to energize the area—its rich ochres and crimsons pair beautifully with dark wood furniture or leather accents. A medium-sized replica (around 24x30 inches) balances detail and presence, ideal above a sideboard or beside shelves with vintage decor. Complement its tavern vibe with warm, indirect lighting and rustic textures like linen or wrought metal. In a modern office, it adds playful contrast to minimalist settings, sparking conversation. Avoid overcrowding; let its narrative shine as a focal point, perhaps alongside smaller Dutch still-life prints for thematic harmony. Steen’s work thrives where humor and humanity are welcome.
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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.
