Retiring
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Louis Icart's Retiring 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
Louis Icart's Retiring (c.1920) epitomizes the glamorous Art Deco era through its dreamlike sensuality and exquisite draftsmanship. The painting depicts a graceful woman undressing in an intimate boudoir setting, her flowing gown slipping from her shoulders—a celebration of feminine beauty rendered in Icart's signature style that blends Belle Époque elegance with modern boldness. Masterfully balancing suggestive eroticism with refined sophistication, the work features delicate watercolor washes contrasted against precise penwork that captures intricate lace details and flowing fabrics. As one of Icart’s most recognizable pieces from his golden period in Paris, Retiring reflects his status as the premier illustrator of Jazz Age luxury. This artwork holds historical significance as a bridge between Rococo-inspired romanticism and streamlined Deco aesthetics, embodying the liberated yet polished spirit of 1920s high society.
For displaying Retiring, consider a curated Art Deco-inspired bedroom (ideal above a dressing table) or a sophisticated office lounge area to reinforce its vintage allure. Opt for frames in brushed silver or black lacquer with subtle geometric motifs to echo Deco design codes. The artwork’s muted peach and champagne tones pair elegantly with deep emerald walls or warm taupe paneling, while its suggested size (~50×65 cm) suits narrow vertical spaces above consoles. Balance its sensual energy with structured furnishings—think semicircular velvet benches or angular metallic accents—creating visual tension between soft curves and sharp lines. Positioning diffused lighting slightly above the piece will enhance its delicate shading while maintaining the intimate mood Icart intended. In corporate settings, it provides an erudite counterpoint to minimalist spaces when grouped with other Icart etchings in symmetrical arrangements.
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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.
