After Dining
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean-Francois Raffaelli's After Dining 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-François Raffaëlli's After Dining (c. 1879) captures an intimate, melancholic moment of urban leisure in late 19th-century Paris. The painting depicts a couple seated in a dimly lit café, their post-meal stillness radiating quiet exhaustion and introspection. Raffaëlli, often associated with Realism and Naturalism, imbues the scene with psychological depth—loose brushwork renders the figures with raw humanity, while muted earthy tones and stark lighting amplify the emotional weight. Though less famous than his Impressionist contemporaries, Raffaëlli was hailed by critics like Joris-Karl Huysmans for his unflinching portrayals of working-class life. After Dining exemplifies his mastery in blending social observation with poetic atmosphere, occupying a unique space between documentary realism and mood-laden symbolism in art history.
For interior spaces, After Dining’s subdued palette and contemplative mood make it ideal for study corners or formal dining rooms. Hang it against deep-toned walls like charcoal or olive green to enhance its warm umbers and ochres. Choose a gilded or aged wooden frame to align with its 19th-century origins, ensuring the artwork remains the focal point. In minimalist offices, its restrained drama adds sophistication without overpowering—pair with leather furnishings and brass accents. The ideal display height is eye-level (57–60 inches from the floor), and a medium-to-large scale (24x36 inches or similar) preserves its narrative impact. Avoid cluttering nearby decor; let the painting’s quiet storytelling breathe by flanking it with sconces or leaving walls bare.
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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.
