Couple Leaving Costume Party, Hailing Taxi (illus. For Saturday Evening Post)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Joseph Christian Leyendecker's Couple Leaving Costume Party, Hailing Taxi (illus. For Saturday Evening Post) 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
Joseph Christian Leyendecker's Couple Leaving Costume Party, Hailing Taxi (illustration for The Saturday Evening Post) captures the vibrant energy of 1920s high society with his signature polished glamour. The scene depicts an elegantly dressed couple—the man in a crisp tuxedo, the woman draped in a flowing gown—mid-stride as they hail a taxi under the glow of city lights. Leyendecker's mastery of fluid linework and dynamic composition infuses the moment with cinematic allure, while his subtle play of shadows and highlights heightens the drama. Created during the Golden Age of American Illustration, this work exemplifies Leyendecker's influence on commercial art, bridging Art Deco sophistication with narrative charm. His recurring "Arrow Collar Man" aesthetic echoes here, celebrating idealized beauty and modernity. As a defining artist for The Saturday Evening Post (rivaling even Norman Rockwell), Leyendecker cemented this piece among iconic representations of Jazz Age elegance.
For interiors, this artwork thrives in spaces balancing vintage flair and contemporary polish. A framed print (suggested size: 24"x36") makes a striking statement in a home office or lounge, its warm neutrals and pops of color complementing mid-century furniture or art-deco accents. Position it above a leather Chesterfield sofa or a sleek console table to echo its sophisticated energy. The piece pairs beautifully with jewel-toned walls (emerald, navy) or muted backgrounds that let its luminous contrasts shine. In corporate settings, it lends creative inspiration to ad agencies or design studios—its narrative quality sparks conversation while reinforcing themes of timeless style. Opt for a matte gold frame to enhance its gilded-era charm, and balance the composition with minimalist décor to avoid visual clutter.
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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.
