Scheherezade
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Louis Icart's Scheherezade 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 Scheherezade (1926/1929) is a masterpiece of Art Deco elegance, capturing the allure of the mythical Persian queen through his signature etching style. Bathed in soft, glowing light, the sensual figure reclines amid luxurious drapery, her décolletage adorned with pearls—a nod to Orientalist fantasy fused with 1920s glamour. The artwork exemplifies Icart’s technical brilliance in etching, blending precise linework with dreamlike chiaroscuro to evoke both intimacy and grandeur. As one of his most celebrated works, Scheherezade represents the golden age of Art Deco printmaking, where eroticism and exoticism converged in high art. Its historical significance lies in bridging fine art with commercial appeal, making it a coveted piece among collectors of early 20th-century graphics.
For interior styling, Scheherezade thrives in spaces that embrace vintage sophistication. A gold-framed medium-sized print (around 24x36 inches) harmonizes with plush velvet seating, dark wood furniture, and metallic accents—ideal for a study or boudoir. Pair it with jewel-toned walls (emerald or sapphire) to amplify its rich contrasts, or let it anchor a neutral gallery wall among smaller Art Deco pieces. In offices, it elevates executive areas, complementing leather desks and brass lighting. Avoid overcrowding; the work demands breathing room to let its intricate details and sensual aura shine. For cohesion, repeat its ivory-and-rose palette in textiles or decorative objects, ensuring the artwork remains the focal point of refined decadence.
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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.
