





Beach at Valencia (or Afternoon Sun)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Joaquin Sorolla Y Bastida's Beach at Valencia (or Afternoon Sun) 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
Joaquin Sorolla y Bastida’s Beach at Valencia (Afternoon Sun) is a vibrant celebration of light and Mediterranean life. Painted around 1908 during Sorolla’s mature period, the work captures a fleeting moment on Valencia’s shore, where sunlight dances on sea foam, wet sand shimmers, and figures bask in the golden glow. The artist’s loose, Impressionist-inspired brushwork conveys movement and atmosphere, dissolving details into dazzling reflections—a hallmark of Luminism, his signature style. Sorolla’s mastery of natural light elevated him as Spain’s preeminent plein-air painter, bridging realism with modern sensibilities. This piece exemplifies his genius in translating fleeting light into tangible emotion, securing his legacy as a pivotal figure in late 19th to early 20th-century European art.
For interior styling, Beach at Valencia lends effortless warmth to sunlit spaces. Its golden tones harmonize with coastal, Scandinavian, or organic-modern decor—pair it with rattan furniture, linen textiles, or whitewashed wood to amplify its breezy charm. Smaller reproductions (around 24"x36") suit intimate areas like reading nooks or bathrooms, while larger canvases anchor living rooms or offices as a luminous focal point. Echo the painting’s palette through terracotta accents, seaglass greens, or navy blues for cohesion. In workspaces, its serene energy balances productivity and calm; position it opposite windows to mirror natural light. Avoid cluttering nearby walls—let Sorolla’s light-filled composition breathe and animate the room.
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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.