Cimon And Pero: Roman Charity
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean Baptiste Greuze's Cimon And Pero: Roman Charity 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
Jean Baptiste Greuze's Cimon and Pero: Roman Charity (c. 1767) is a poignant and emotionally charged depiction of the ancient Roman story of filial piety. The painting captures the moment when Pero secretly nurses her imprisoned and starving father, Cimon, an act of self-sacrifice that symbolizes unwavering devotion. Rendered in Greuze's signature style—a fusion of Rococo grace and emerging Neoclassical moral earnestness—the work exudes tender intimacy through its delicate play of light and shadow. The figures' expressive faces and carefully composed gestures heighten the sense of emotional immediacy, making the scene feel both timeless and deeply human. Though less renowned than some of Greuze's moralizing genre scenes, this piece stands as an important example of 18th-century French narrative painting, where sentimentality and virtue were revered. Its heartfelt subject matter and refined execution place it within the transitional period between Rococo’s frivolity and Neoclassicism’s sober idealism.
For modern interiors, Cimon and Pero would lend gravitas and warmth to a study or formal living room. Its muted, earthy palette—dominated by warm ochres and soft blues—would harmonize with traditional or transitional decor, particularly alongside rich wood tones and antique brass accents. A medium-to-large reproduction (around 24" x 30") would suit a focal wall, ideally in a space with controlled lighting to echo the painting’s chiaroscuro drama. For a thoughtful juxtaposition, pair it with simpler, understated frames—perhaps a distressed giltwood or matte black—to let the emotional intensity of the scene shine. In an office, its theme of sacrifice and familial duty could inspire reflective ambiance, best complemented by leather furnishings and muted textiles for a cohesive, erudite aesthetic.
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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.
