A Hunted Bird
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Kamal-ol-molk's A Hunted Bird 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
Mohammad Ghaffari Kamal-ol-molk’s A Hunted Bird (circa 1890) is a poignant masterpiece of Persian realism, capturing a fleeting moment of life and death with breathtaking delicacy. In muted earth tones and exquisite detail, the painting depicts a fallen songbird beside a hunting rifle—its fragile body still warm, as if suspended between this world and the next. Kamal-ol-molk, the foremost Qajar-era court painter, revolutionized Iranian art by blending European naturalism with Persian miniature traditions. The work’s quiet tragedy resonated deeply during Iran’s constitutional revolution period, symbolizing fragility amid upheaval. Today, it remains iconic in Middle Eastern art history for its technical precision and emotional depth, bridging 19th-century academic realism with Persia’s poetic sensibility.
For a refined interior, A Hunted Bird’s subdued palette of ochres and slate grays lends itself to muted, textural spaces. Hang it in a study or library with walnut wood furnishings and linen upholstery to amplify its contemplative mood. The 40x60cm dimensions suit intimate settings—place it opposite a window or beside a subdued lamp to highlight its velvety brushwork. Pair with minimalist ceramics in similar earthy tones or a single sprig of dried foliage to echo the painting’s organic melancholy. In modern offices, it anchors sleek spaces with historical gravitas; frame it in a thin graphite border to maintain contemporary cohesion. Avoid cluttering nearby walls—this piece commands quiet focus, transforming any room into a sanctuary of restrained elegance.
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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.
