Winterfun: Setting Out On The Ice
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mari ten Kate's Winterfun: Setting Out On The Ice 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 charming genre painting Winterfun: Setting Out On The Ice by Dutch artist Mari ten Kate (1831-1910) transports viewers to a nostalgic nineteenth-century winter scene brimming with youthful joy. Rendered in Ten Kate’s signature academic-realism style, the work depicts children gleefully preparing for ice-skating—bundled in woolen coats and wooden skates slung over shoulders—their rosy cheeks and animated gestures radiating warmth against the crisp, snow-dusted landscape. Though lesser-known than his contemporary Josef Israëls, Ten Kate excelled in capturing bourgeois domesticity and childhood innocence, with this piece epitomizing his delicate handling of light and texture (note the sparkle of frost on the fence and the woolen textures). Historically, such scenes mirrored the Dutch Golden Age’s genre tradition while reflecting the 19th-century European fascination with wholesome rural life, making it a valuable bridge between Romanticism and emerging Hague School naturalism.
For interior styling, this painting’s wintry palette of soft blues, creams, and muted reds lends itself beautifully to cozy, traditional spaces. Hang it above a wooden console table in a study or dining room alongside Delft blue pottery or brass candleholders to amplify its Dutch heritage. The composition’s lively yet balanced energy suits medium-sized walls (ideal for artworks between 24x36" to 30x40"), ideally paired with textured materials like tweed upholstery or a reclaimed oak frame. In a modern office, its nostalgic charm could soften minimalist décor when contrasted against neutral walls, while the icy tones harmonize with silver or gray accents. For full seasonal impact, display it near a faux-fur throw or alongside other winter-themed works by contemporaries like David Adolph Constant Artz.
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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.
