Berliner Strassenszene 2
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Lesser Ury's Berliner Strassenszene 2 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
Lesser Ury’s Berliner Strassenszene 2 captures the pulsating energy of early 20th-century Berlin through a masterful blend of Impressionist and Expressionist techniques. Painted in 1898, the work portrays a rain-soaked boulevard illuminated by gaslights, where shadowy figures hurry past blurred reflections on wet cobblestones. Ury’s loose, dynamic brushstrokes and moody palette—dominated by umbers, golds, and deep blues—evoke both the romance and anonymity of urban life. As a pivotal figure in German Impressionism, Ury’s focus on nocturnal cityscapes distinguished him from contemporaries like Liebermann, offering a bridge to later Expressionist explorations of urban alienation. Today, the painting is celebrated for its atmospheric tension, embodying Berlin’s transformative modernity while retaining a timeless emotional resonance. Its historical significance lies in documenting the city’s rapid industrialization with poetic subjectivity.
For interior settings, Berliner Strassenszene 2 lends sophistication to spaces craving depth and narrative. Ideal for a study or executive office, its warm amber tones pair beautifully with walnut furniture and brass accents, while the chiaroscuro lighting effect enhances rooms with layered artificial light (e.g., desk lamps or sconces). Choose a medium-to-large frame (24x36 inches or comparable) to preserve its immersive quality—avoid overcrowded walls; instead, let it anchor a neutral backdrop with textured fabrics like velvet or wool. In modernist interiors, its organic brushwork contrasts strikingly with clean lines, while traditional spaces benefit from its historical gravitas. For color harmony, introduce terra cotta pillows or navy-blue decor elements to echo its palette. Position it at eye level near seating areas to invite contemplation, transforming utilitarian spaces into hubs of intrigue.
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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.
