Fruit and Book
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Juan Gris's Fruit and Book 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
Juan Gris's Fruit and Book (1919) exemplifies the poetic precision of Synthetic Cubism, where fractured planes and muted harmonies coalesce into contemplative elegance. Against a compressed background of soft greys and ochres, a book's angular spine intersects with ripe fruit—a pear’s curve gently disrupting the geometry. Gris transcends Braque and Picasso’s early Cubism by layering newspaper textures (faux-bois) and chalky pastels, creating tactile intimacy amidst abstraction. Painted postwar, this still-life reflects Gris’s mature phase: objects distilled to essences, yet throbbing with quiet vitality. As a bridge between Cubism’s rigor and the decorative allure of Art Deco, the work holds canonical significance—its intellectual clarity influenced later Purists like Léger. The flattened space hums with restrained lyricism, each element balanced like a musical chord.
For interior staging, Fruit and Book thrives in minimalist or mid-century modern spaces—its grisaille tones harmonizing with warm woods or slate textiles. Hang it asymmetrically above a sleek console or bookshelf to echo its compositional tension; an off-white matte frame preserves its chalky gravitas. Ideal spotlighting (2700K LEDs) amplifies the subtle pink and green undertones. At roughly 25 x 35 cm (common Gris study size), it suits intimate zones: a study nook with cognac leather chairs or a dining alcove beside matte ceramic tableware. For offices, pair with tubular steel furniture to underscore its Constructivist roots—avoiding ornate décor that would clash with its cerebral charm. The painting’s quiet dynamism rewards lingering gazes, making it a focal point for reflection.
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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.
