After the Meal. c. 1900
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean-Edouard Vuillard's After the Meal. c. 1900 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-Edouard Vuillard's After the Meal (c. 1900) envelops viewers in an intimate, domestic moment suffused with warmth and quiet contemplation. Painted during Vuillard's Nabi period, the work exemplifies his mastery of pattern and muted tonal harmonies, where figures almost dissolve into richly textured interiors. The scene captures a lingering post-dinner stillness, with soft light filtering through fabrics and wallpapers—a hallmark of Vuillard’s interior scenes that blend psychological depth with decorative elegance. As a key figure in Symbolism and Post-Impressionism, Vuillard’s work bridges private emotion and avant-garde experimentation, using flattened perspectives and intricate patterns inspired by Japanese prints. After the Meal holds significance for its poetic rendering of bourgeois life, standing as a testament to the Nabi group’s manifesto of art as a fusion of emotion and decoration.
For interiors seeking subtle sophistication, After the Meal lends timeless charm. Its ideal setting is a cozy dining nook or a study, where its intimate scale (Vuillard often worked modestly sized) invites close viewing. Pair it with organic textures—linen upholstery, weathered oak furniture—to echo its tactile brushwork. The painting’s earthy ochres and moss greens harmonize with Farrow & Ball’s muted palettes like "French Gray" or "Yeabridge Green." In minimalist spaces, it adds narrative depth without overwhelming; in traditional rooms, it dialogues with William Morris textiles or art pottery. Opt for a slender gilt frame to honor its late-19th-century origins, or a raw wood float frame for contemporary contrast. For offices, it cultivates calm; hung at eye level near a reading chair, its quiet energy fosters reflection. As Vuillard himself blurred boundaries between art and decor, this piece thrives where daily life and artistry intersect.
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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.
