The Pursuit (+ The Lover Crowned, Lrgr; 2 Works From The Progress Of Love Series)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean-Honore Fragonard's The Pursuit (+ The Lover Crowned, Lrgr; 2 Works From The Progress Of Love Series) 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-Honoré Fragonard’s The Pursuit (along with The Lover Crowned, part of The Progress of Love series) is a quintessential masterpiece of Rococo art, radiating playful elegance and romantic charm. Painted around 1771–1773 for Madame du Barry’s pavilion at Louveciennes, these works depict amorous courtship scenes with a lighthearted, almost theatrical flair. Fragonard’s brushwork is fluid and dynamic, capturing fleeting gestures and delicate emotions amidst lush, dreamlike gardens. Soft pastels—blush pinks, creamy whites, and verdant greens—dominate the palette, enhancing the idyllic atmosphere. As a key work of late Rococo, The Progress of Love reflects the aristocratic indulgence of pre-Revolutionary France, though its commission was ultimately rejected by Madame du Barry for being too whimsical. Today, Fragonard’s series is celebrated for its lyrical storytelling and technical brilliance, bridging the frivolity of Rococo and the impending Neoclassical restraint.
For interior styling, The Pursuit and its companion piece elevate spaces with their romantic sophistication. Ideal for a bedroom, lounge, or formal office, they harmonize with soft, curved furniture—think Louis XVI chairs or a tufted chaise—to echo Rococo’s sinuous lines. Frame the prints in ornate gold-leaf frames to enhance their opulence, or opt for slim, neutral moulding for a contemporary contrast. Coordinate walls in muted hues like powder blue or pale gray to let the paintings’ delicate colors shine, or introduce florals or damask textiles subtly echoing Fragonard’s botanicals. The large scale (The Pursuit measures ~317 x 243 cm) demands ample wall space; if dimensions are restrictive, select a high-quality reproduction scaled to suit a focal wall. Pair with gilded mirrors or candlelit sconces to amplify the 18th-century charm, creating an ambiance of luxury and timeless romance.
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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.
