The Penthievre Family or The Cup of Chocolate, 1768
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean Baptiste (or Joseph) Charpentier's The Penthievre Family or The Cup of Chocolate, 1768 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 Charpentier’s The Penthievre Family or The Cup of Chocolate (1768) captures the refined elegance of 18th-century French aristocratic life. The painting portrays Louise Marie Adélaïde de Bourbon, Duchess of Orléans, and her children in an intimate domestic setting, gathered around a chocolate service—a symbol of luxury at the time. Charpentier’s soft brushwork and warm palette imbue the scene with a sense of gentleness and familial warmth, while the careful attention to fabrics, poses, and expressions reflects the Rococo style’s fascination with delicacy and emotion. As a court painter, Charpentier excelled in portraying nobility with both grandeur and approachability. This work is significant for its historical documentation of Bourbon family life and its embodiment of Rococo aesthetics, bridging the ornate frivolity of the era and the emerging sensibility of Neoclassicism.
For a modern interior, this painting would enrich a traditional or transitional space. Its muted golds, creams, and rosy tones pair beautifully with antique wood furniture, soft upholstery, or gilded accents. Consider hanging it in a formal dining room, private study, or executive office—anywhere its historical gravitas can be appreciated. A medium-to-large frame (around 36–48 inches wide) would maintain proportionality, ideally with a Louis XVI-style carved frame to enhance its period charm. Balance the painting’s intricate details with understated wall colors like sage green or taupe, allowing its narrative and palette to shine. The scene’s quiet sophistication makes it equally suited for a residential library or a corporate setting aiming for refined elegance.
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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.
