"femme Allongee Au Livre".
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Louis Icart's "femme Allongee Au Livre". 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
The enchanting "Femme Allongée au Livre" by Louis Icart (1920s) epitomizes Parisian Art Deco elegance, capturing a moment of intellectual repose. A reclining nude balances sensual curves with refined poise, her languid fingers tracing the pages of an open book – a nod to the era's liberated "modern woman." Icart's etching technique renders exquisite textures: the play of gossamer drapery against smooth skin, the intricate patterns of the oriental carpet, and the interplay of light through delicate crosshatching. This masterwork reflects the Jazz Age's duality – eroticism veneered with sophistication – and established Icart as the premier portrayer of Parisian femininity. Though commercially successful in his lifetime, Icart's works gained serious art historical recognition in the 1970s as prime examples of decorative printmaking between the World Wars. The composition's theatrical flair and sinuous lines pay homage to 18th-century French masters like Fragonard while embracing contemporary stylization.
For decor harmonization, consider placing this sensual yet cerebral piece in a private study or executive office to cultivate an atmosphere of cultured sophistication. The soft sepia and ivory tones pair beautifully with mahogany furnishings and emerald green velvet accents, while the figure's curvilinear forms complement Art Nouveau lighting or rounded mid-century furniture. As the original etching measures approximately 14×10 inches, select a custom mat in warm champagne hue with a slender ebony frame (18×24 inches overall) to command attention without overwhelming. Hang at seated eye-level near a leather reading chair or above a console table styled with Deco bookends and a Lalique-style vase. Avoid stark modern spaces – the work thrives amid burgundy walls or textured damask wallpaper that echoes its romantic vintage essence.
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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.
