'le Gouter' (the Snack)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Louis Icart's 'le Gouter' (the Snack) 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 "le Goûter" (The Snack) transports viewers to the glamorous Parisian belle époque, where indulgence and sophistication intertwine. Painted during the Art Deco era (1920s-1930s), this etching with hand-coloring showcases Icart's signature style of fluid lines, delicate shading, and sensual femininity that made him the foremost illustrator of Parisian high society. The artwork captures an intimate moment of leisure, featuring his quintessential muse – an elegant woman enjoying afternoon tea amidst luxurious drapery – embodying both the frivolity and craftsmanship of the period. Though sometimes dismissed as commercial art during his lifetime, Icart's works like "le Goûter" now hold significance as documents of Jazz Age aesthetics and have seen renewed appreciation among collectors of original Art Deco prints.
For interior styling, "le Goûter" shines best in spaces celebrating vintage glamour or Parisian chic. Consider hanging it in a dining nook or dressing room where its champagne-and-ivory palette complements metallic accents and velvet textures. The medium-sized etching (typical dimensions around 50x65cm framed) makes an ideal focal point above a Louis XVI-style console or art deco bar cart. Pair with streamlined black frames to contrast its soft imagery, or opt for gilded bamboo frames for full-period drama. In offices, it brings refinement to reception areas when balanced with geometric decor elements – try flanking it with symmetrical sconces or placing near emerald-green upholstery to amplify its subtle hints of color. Icart's work particularly elevates spaces where modern functionality meets nostalgic elegance.
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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.
