The King Drinks: The Festival Of The Bean King At Twelfth Night
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jan Steen's The King Drinks: The Festival Of The Bean King At Twelfth Night 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 The King Drinks: The Festival Of The Bean King At Twelfth Night (c. 1660–1661) is a vibrant masterpiece of Dutch Golden Age genre painting, capturing the raucous celebration of Twelfth Night—the feast of Epiphany marking the end of Christmas festivities. The scene bursts with energy: revelers crown a "Bean King" (traditionally whoever finds the bean hidden in a cake), their flushed faces and animated gestures exuding merriment. Steen’s meticulous attention to detail—spilled wine, scattered oyster shells, and playful chaos—invites viewers into the jubilant yet subtly moralizing narrative, warning against excess. His loose brushwork and warm palette of reds and golds amplify the conviviality, while symbolic elements (like the broken lute) hint at life’s fleeting pleasures. A cornerstone of genre painting, Steen’s work exemplifies Dutch merry company scenes, blending humor and moral lesson with unparalleled vivacity, securing his place as a master storyteller of everyday life.
For a modern space, this painting transforms interiors with its dynamic charm. Ideal for a dining or lounge area, its rich hues (deep reds, ochres, and creams) pair beautifully with earthy tones or bold, contemporary contrasts—think navy walls or gilded accents. A medium-to-large canvas (around 30x40 inches) ensures the details shine without overwhelming. Complement its Baroque exuberance with rustic wood furniture or vintage brass lighting to balance warmth and texture. In an office, it sparks creativity—hang near a seating nook with leather chairs and a wine-colored rug for cohesion. Steen’s festive scene thrives where conviviality is celebrated, making it perfect for spaces meant for gathering and joy.
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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.
