Setting off for Work, 1863
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean-Francois Millet's Setting off for Work, 1863 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
Setting Off for Work (1863) by Jean-François Millet captures the quiet dignity of rural labor with profound emotional depth. The painting depicts a humble peasant couple at dawn—a man shouldering tools, a woman carrying a bundle—walking through a muted, earthy landscape. Millet’s signature realism, softened by a poetic haze, renders the figures both monumental and intimate, their stooped postures echoing the weight of their daily toil. Created during the Barbizon School’s heyday, the work reflects Millet’s mastery in elevating everyday rural life to the realm of universal human struggle, bridging Romanticism’s emotive force and Realism’s unflinching honesty. Its subdued palette and textured brushwork influenced later Impressionists like Van Gogh, who admired Millet’s ability to find grandeur in the ordinary. Today, the painting stands as a poignant testament to 19th-century agrarian life and Millet’s legacy as a painter of the people.
For interior styling, Setting Off for Work would harmonize with rustic, minimalist, or Scandinavian-inspired spaces. Its warm umbers and soft grays pair beautifully with natural materials like oak furniture, linen textiles, or terracotta accents. In a home office, the painting’s contemplative mood fosters focus—hang it against a neutral wall alongside black-framed sketches or vintage agricultural tools for thematic cohesion. At 32 x 24 inches (approximate), it suits a focal point above a desk or a fireplace, balanced by sparing décor to avoid clutter. For color echoes, incorporate brushed bronze lamps or ochre throw pillows. In a corporate setting, it lends warmth to conference rooms, subtly reinforcing themes of perseverance and teamwork. Choose a simple, gilded frame to honor its 19th-century origins while keeping the display timeless.
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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.
