The Little Parrot
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Johannes Anthonie Balthasar Stroebel's The Little Parrot 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
The Little Parrot by Johannes Anthonie Balthasar Stroebel (1821-1905) captivates viewers with its exquisite rendering of exotic beauty amidst Dutch Golden Age realism. Painted around 1860-1870 when Europe was fascinated by imported tropical birds, this oil masterpiece showcases Stroebel’s mastery in blending meticulous academic techniques with Romantic era sensitivity. Against a dark, velvety background that recalls Rembrandt’s chiaroscuro, the vibrantly plumed parrot perches dynamically on a gilded branch, its emerald greens and ruby reds glowing like precious gems under carefully engineered lighting. The artwork epitomizes 19th-century Dutch still-life revivalism while demonstrating transitional aesthetics between traditional naturalism and emerging Impressionist brushwork. Beyond zoological accuracy, Stroebel infused the composition with quiet anthropomorphism—the parrot’s tilted head and intelligent gaze suggest sentience, making it a psychologically engaging work that transcends typical ornithological studies. Today, it’s prized among Hague School collections for bridging scientific illustration and fine art.
For interior styling, this medium-sized canvas (approximately 60×50 cm) commands attention as a sophisticated focal point in studies or formal living rooms. Hang it against navy or charcoal walls to amplify its dramatic contrast, or pair with gilded Rococo frames and rich mahogany furniture for Old World elegance. The painting’s warm undertones harmonize beautifully with cognac leather armchairs and Persian rugs featuring similar ruby/olive hues. In contemporary spaces, float-frame mounting balances its traditional origins with modern minimalism—position above a sleek console with brass accents to let the parrot’s plumage echo in metallic decor elements. Avoid cluttering nearby walls; this work deserves contemplative space. For offices, it adds scholarly charm when displayed beside banker’s lamps and botanical prints, subtly reinforcing themes of curiosity and discovery. Optimal viewing requires directional lighting at 45 degrees to recreate the artist’s intended luminosity.
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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.
