A parrot tulip, roses and other mixed flowers in a glass vase on a ledge with a butterfly
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jan van Kessel's A parrot tulip, roses and other mixed flowers in a glass vase on a ledge with a butterfly 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
This exquisite floral still life by Jan van Kessel (1626–1679) captures the transient beauty of nature with remarkable precision. The composition showcases a vibrant parrot tulip with its signature ruffled petals, surrounded by delicate roses and other blossoms tumbling gracefully from a glass vase perched on a ledge. A lifelike butterfly adds movement to the scene, showcasing van Kessel’s scientific curiosity alongside his artistic mastery. Created during the Dutch Golden Age, when still life paintings carried symbolic meaning (flowers representing life’s fleeting nature), this work exemplifies 17th-century Flemish realism. Van Kessel, grandson of Jan Brueghel the Elder, inherited his family’s meticulous technique, evident in the translucent glass, velvety petals, and astonishing botanical accuracy that made such paintings treasured collector’s items. Today, these works provide invaluable documentation of early horticultural varieties while remaining celebrated examples of Baroque still life’s technical brilliance.
For interior styling, this painting would elevate a study, dining room, or boutique hotel lobby where its refined elegance can shine. Its warm golden background and rich floral hues pair beautifully with classic or transitional decor—consider a gilded frame to complement the Baroque aesthetic. Hang at eye level (standard 57–60 inches from floor to center) above a console table or mantel, allowing the ledge motif in the painting to visually "extend" your surface. In offices, it brings sophistication to executive spaces; try flanking it with symmetrical sconces to enhance its formal balance. A medium-large scale (24"x30" reproduction or larger) does justice to its intricate details. For color schemes, pull from its crimson tulips and buttery roses: pair with deep green walls, cream upholstery, or amber-toned woods for harmonious luxury. The butterfly motif makes it particularly suitable for sunrooms or garden views, creating a dialogue between art and nature.
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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.
