Valenciana
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Joaquin Agrasot y Juan's Valenciana 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
Joaquín Agrasot y Juan's Valenciana (1873) is a luminous celebration of Valencian regional identity painted during Spain's costumbrismo movement. The oil painting captures a young woman in traditional Valencian dress, her gaze meeting the viewer with quiet confidence while holding a ceramic water jug – an emblem of daily life compositions favored by Spanish realists. Bathed in Mediterranean sunlight that accentuates the vibrant reds of her embroidered silk skirt and the delicate lace of her headscarf, Agrasot masterfully balances ethnographic accuracy with aesthetic harmony. As a Gold Medal winner at the 1876 National Exhibition and later acquired by Madrid's Prado Museum, this work established Agrasot as a key transitional figure between Francisco de Goya's folkloric romanticism and Joaquín Sorolla's luminous impressionism. The painting's significance lies in its documentation of vanishing traditions during Spain's industrial modernization.
When displaying Valenciana's reproduction in contemporary spaces, consider its chromatic conversation with architectural elements. The painting's warm terracotta tones and marine blue accents make it ideal for Mediterranean-style interiors or offices seeking cultural sophistication. Place it against a matte ochre or sage green wall to amplify its luminosity without competition from busy patterns. A gilded Rococo-revival frame would honor its 19th-century origins, while a minimalist ebony frame creates intriguing temporal contrast in modern lofts. Given its original 93 x 75 cm dimensions, position it at eye level (approximately 145-152 cm from the floor) as a focal point above consoles in entryways or behind executive desks – the subject's direct gaze creates an engaging psychological presence. Pair with wrought iron lighting fixtures or terracotta pottery to echo its material textures, but avoid overcrowding with other figurative art to maintain its narrative power.
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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.
