'le Bandeau' (blindfold) 1922
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Louis Icart's 'le Bandeau' (blindfold) 1922 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 1922 masterpiece "Le Bandeau" perfectly captures the sophisticated eroticism of Parisian Art Deco. This sensual etching depicts a graceful woman blinded by a silken bandeau, her delicate fingers touching the fabric with theatrical elegance. Against Icart's signature soft watercolor backdrop, the contrast between her porcelain skin and dark hair creates remarkable visual tension. As one of his most celebrated works, "Le Bandeau" exemplifies Icart's transition from Belle Époque romanticism to sharper Art Deco lines, while maintaining his distinctive dreamlike quality that made him the king of Parisian society illustrations. The piece epitomizes the luxurious decadence of 1920s Paris, where fashion became inseparable from avant-garde art. Its subtle eroticism challenged bourgeois norms while remaining tasteful – a hallmark of Icart's genius that cemented his position bridging commercial art and high society portraiture.
For contemporary interiors, "Le Bandeau" makes an exquisite focal point in spaces celebrating vintage glamour. Its muted champagne and slate tones complement both modern neutral schemes and traditional wood-paneled libraries beautifully. Hang this medium-sized lithograph (approximately 20x30 inches works best) in a gilded frame above a velvet chaise lounge or as an intriguing contrast in a minimalist office. The artwork's vertical composition draws the eye upward elegantly – position it at eye level in entryways or above consoles where its romantic mystery can unfold. Pair with brass accents and geometric furnishings for full Art Deco splendor, or let it stand alone against matte black walls for dramatic contrast. In bedrooms, its delicate sensuality creates atmosphere without overt vulgarity. For corporate settings, choose the archival reproduction displayed discreetly in executive suites or creative agency conference rooms to add historical sophistication.
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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.
