Bal à la Presidence
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean-Georges Beraud's Bal à la Presidence 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-Georges Béraud's Bal à la Présidence (1887) captures the dazzling vivacity of Parisian high society during the Belle Époque. This oil painting depicts an opulent ballroom scene at the Élysée Palace, where elegantly dressed guests swirl under glittering chandeliers, their silks and satins reflecting golden light. Béraud, known as the "painter of modern Paris," masterfully blends academic precision with impressionistic spontaneity—note the deft brushwork in cascading gowns contrasted against crisply rendered architectural details. As a protégé of Gérôme and contemporary of Degas, Béraud occupies a unique niche in art history, documenting France's Third Republic aristocracy with both journalistic accuracy and artistic flair. The work exemplifies la peinture mondaine (society painting), offering a vital historical record of political socializing that influenced later artists like Boldini and Tissot.
For contemporary spaces, this masterpiece thrives in formal settings with classical architecture—consider hanging it above a Louis XVI-style console in a dimly lit foyer, where its gilded frames echo the painting’s warm tones. The 38 × 55 cm dimensions suit intimate viewing, best positioned at eye level in studies or executive offices paired with burgundy velvet armchairs and brass accents. Balance its rich palette with muted dove-gray walls or emerald-green textiles, while ormolu lamps will enhance the canvas’s metallic highlights. In minimalist interiors, let it anchor a gallery wall alongside monochrome sketches of Parisian cityscapes for thematic cohesion. Avoid overcrowding nearby surfaces; the painting’s narrative complexity demands visual breathing room while its vertical composition guides the eye upward—ideal for spaces with high ceilings.
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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.
