Vitesse Ii
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Louis Icart's Vitesse Ii 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 Vitesse II (1934) captures the glamorous spirit of Art Deco through a dynamic portrayal of a windswept femme moderne. The etching and drypoint masterpiece depicts a chic woman clutching her hat as she leans into an invisible gust, her flowing dress and scarf echoing the era's fascination with speed and modernity. Icart, a leading figure in Parisian Art Deco printmaking, infused his works with sensuality and technical mastery—evident in Vitesse II's exquisite detailing of diaphanous fabrics against the woman's sculpted silhouette. Unlike his earlier eroticized pin-ups, this piece reflects the 1930s shift toward sophisticated elegance, blending Japonisme-inspired linear grace with Western realism. Valued for its embodiment of interwar optimism and technical brilliance, the work remains highly collectible, often fetching five-figure sums at auction as a prime example of Icart's mature period.
For interior applications, Vitesse II's monochromatic palette and fluid lines make it ideal for spaces craving timeless Drama. Hang it in a high-contrast setting—perhaps above a velvet-upholstered console in a foyer or against dove-gray walls in a home office—to let its graphic energy shine. The 19" x 15" standard size suits intimate spaces best; opt for a gilded fluted frame to enhance its Art Deco roots or a slender black lacquer frame for minimalist cohesion. Pair with geometric furnishings (a tiered chrome side table) or organic textures (a shagreen box) to bridge its kinetic energy with contemporary decor. In daylight, position it perpendicular to windows to amplify the etching’s intricate linework through raking shadows.
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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.
