Le Jour (+ La Nuit; Pair)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Josephine Calamatta's Le Jour (+ La Nuit; Pair) 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
Josephine Calamatta’s Le Jour (+ La Nuit; Pair) is a captivating pair of allegorical paintings that embody the Romantic spirit of the 19th century. The works depict contrasting yet harmonious female figures—Le Jour (Day) bathed in soft, golden light, and La Nuit (Night) shrouded in velvety twilight—each exuding poetic grace and delicate symbolism. Calamatta, influenced by her father Luigi Calamatta’s neoclassical roots and contemporaries like Eugène Delacroix, merges refined draftsmanship with emotive depth. The pieces reflect the era’s fascination with duality, nature’s cycles, and idealized femininity, positioning them as exquisite examples of Romantic allegory. Though less widely known than major works of the movement, Le Jour and La Nuit hold quiet significance in their subtle interplay of light and shadow, showcasing Calamatta’s ability to blend narrative elegance with technical finesse.
For interior styling, this pair lends sophistication to spaces where balance and artistry are key. Ideal for a study, drawing room, or executive office, they command attention flanking a fireplace or above a console table. Their muted yet rich palette—warm ochres and cool blues—pairs beautifully with French Empire furnishings, soft velvet upholstery, or even modern minimalist decor for contrast. Choose medium or large-scale reproductions (24"x36" or larger per panel) to honor their original grandeur, ensuring proper spacing (6–12 inches apart) to emphasize their duality. Complement their tones with gilded frames for opulence or black lacquer for contemporary edge. Layering subdued lighting—like a vintage brass lamp—enhances their atmospheric depth, making them timeless anchors for reflective or creatively charged environments.
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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.
