Au Balcon. 1917-1919.
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean Emile Laboureur's Au Balcon. 1917-1919. 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
Au Balcon (1917-1919) by Jean Émile Laboureur is a captivating woodcut print that epitomizes the elegant simplicity of early 20th-century modernist printmaking. Created during World War I in Paris, the composition depicts fashionable figures on a balcony—a poignant contrast to wartime austerity—rendered with Laboureur's distinctive clean lines and flattened geometric forms. The artist’s style merges Cubist fragmentation with Art Deco sophistication, creating rhythmic patterns through the interplay of black and white. As a student of Gauguin and collaborator with the Nabis, Laboureur bridged Post-Impressionist experimentation with modernist graphic design. This work exemplifies his pivotal role in revitalizing woodcut techniques, influencing artists like Dufy and contributing to the "return to order" movement post-war. The controlled tension between intimacy and abstraction makes it a significant transitional piece in early modernism.
For interior styling, Au Balcon's monochrome palette and graphic quality make it versatile for contemporary spaces. Hang it in a minimalist office to amplify its geometric precision, ideally framed in a thin black profile with generous matting to echo its negative spaces. The 35x25cm dimensions suit above a console table or as part of a salon-style gallery wall paired with other Art Deco prints—consider Cassandre’s posters for thematic continuity. In living areas, balance its stark contrast with warm mid-century furniture and textured upholstery in ochre or walnut tones. For color resonance, accent with matte black decor objects or drapery in charcoal gray. The balcony scene’s inherent verticality works well in narrow entryways, visually expanding the space while maintaining sophistication. Positioning near natural light will enhance the woodcut’s tactile grain, creating dynamic shadows throughout the day.
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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.
