Plukken (la Cueillette): The Fruit Tree
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean Brusselmans's Plukken (la Cueillette): The Fruit Tree 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 Brusselmans' Plukken (la Cueillette): The Fruit Tree (c. 1935) is a vibrant celebration of rural life, rendered in the artist's distinctive modernist style. The painting depicts a robust fruit tree, its branches heavy with ripe bounty, while figures gather below in a rhythmic composition that balances geometric abstraction with earthy realism. Brusselmans, a key figure in Belgian modernism, infused his works with a unique synthesis of Flemish folk traditions and avant-garde simplification. The bold, flattened planes of color and deliberate spatial compression create a sense of quiet monumentality, elevating the everyday act of harvesting into a timeless, almost ritualistic scene. Though less internationally recognized than his contemporaries like Permeke or Magritte, Brusselmans' work is cherished for its poetic austerity and tactile materiality, offering a bridge between expressionism and the decorative arts in interwar European painting.
For interior spaces, this painting’s warm ochres, deep greens, and sky blues make it ideal for rooms with neutral or natural material palettes—think linen upholstery, oak furniture, or terracotta accents. Its compact yet dynamic composition suits medium-sized walls (the original measures 80 x 100 cm), perfect above a console table in an entryway or as a focal point in a study. Pair it with rustic-modern decor: matte ceramics, woven textures, and subdued metals to echo its earthy tones. In an office, it fosters a grounded yet creative atmosphere; position it near daylight to amplify its luminous contrasts. Avoid overcrowding the surrounding space—let its structured vitality stand out against clean lines or unadorned walls for maximum impact.
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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.
