Toros
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mariano Benlliure Y Gil's Toros 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
Toros by Mariano Benlliure y Gil captures the raw energy and dynamism of Spanish bullfighting culture through masterful realism. Benlliure, a renowned Valencian sculptor and painter of the late 19th to early 20th century, infuses the scene with dramatic movement—dust swirling around the bull’s powerful charge, the matador’s poised yet tense stance—all rendered with meticulous detail. His background in sculpture shines through in the volumetric treatment of figures, lending a striking three-dimensionality to the composition. Though lesser-known than his bronze monuments, this work exemplifies his genre scenes’ vitality and his ability to freeze moments of high tension. Historically, it reflects Spain’s enduring fascination with tauromaquia (bullfighting art), placing it within a tradition that spans Goya’s prints and Picasso’s sketches, while showcasing Benlliure’s unique blend of academic precision and emotive spontaneity.
For interior styling, Toros commands attention as a statement piece. Ideal for a study or office with dark wood furnishings, its earthy ochres and stormy grays pair elegantly with leather armchairs or wrought-iron accents. In a minimalist space, a large-scale reproduction (around 90x120cm) above a console table creates a striking focal point; balance its intensity with neutral walls and textured linens. For a eclectic gallery wall, select a smaller print and juxtapose it with abstract or monochrome pieces to let its narrative depth stand out. The palette harmonizes with terracotta pots, rustic textiles, or even modern metallic finishes—copper or aged brass lamps will echo the painting’s warm undertones while softening its dramatic vigor.
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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.
