Fontaine De Jouvence
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ker Xavier Roussel's Fontaine De Jouvence 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
Ker Xavier Roussel’s Fontaine De Jouvence (Fountain of Youth) is a dreamlike ode to mythological reverie, where nymphs and bathers frolic in lush, sun-dappled groves. Painted ca. 1900–1910 during the Nabis movement’s peak, Roussel’s work embodies the group’s fascination with symbolism and decorative flatness—eschewing realism for rhythmic patterns and emotive color. The scene hums with golden warmth, the figures melting into the landscape like fragments of a shared pastoral unconscious. Though lesser-known than peers like Bonnard or Vuillard, Roussel’s idyllic visions occupy a unique niche bridging Post-Impressionist intimacy and modernist abstraction. This particular painting, with its poetic treatment of eternal renewal, reflects his lifelong obsession with classical mythology as a mirror for human desire—a theme that secures his legacy as a lyrical outlier of early 20th-century French art.
For interiors, Fontaine De Jouvence begs to be showcased in spaces where softness and escapism are desired. A bedroom or meditation room would amplify its ethereal quality; pair it with curvaceous Art Nouveau furnishings or raw linen textiles to echo its organic flow. Opt for walls in earthy terracotta or sage green to harmonize with the painting’s sunbaked palette, avoiding stark white backdrops that could flatten its glow. A midsize reproduction (24"x36") would maintain intimacy while commanding attention—hang it at eye level near natural light to mimic the luminous dappling Roussel achieved. In minimalist offices, it could counterbalance modern geometry with poetic fluidity; surround it with matte brass accents or cerused oak finishes to subtly bridge myth and modernity. The key is preserving its storytelling magic while letting it breathe as a singular focal point.
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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.
