The Poultry Seller
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Martin Ferdinand Quadal's The Poultry Seller 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
Martin Ferdinand Quadal’s The Poultry Seller is a charming and lively genre painting that captures a rustic 18th-century market scene with remarkable warmth and authenticity. Depicting a peasant woman engaged in selling poultry, the work exudes a sense of everyday vitality through its detailed rendering of textures—from the feathers of the birds to the woven basket and the vendor’s weathered attire. Painted in the late Baroque or early Rococo period, Quadal’s style balances realism with subtle theatricality, aligning with the Northern European tradition of celebrating folk life. Though less renowned than his contemporaries like Chardin or Greuze, Quadal’s work offers a valuable glimpse into rural economies and social hierarchies of the time. The painting’s earthy palette and dynamic composition reflect his skill in blending narrative detail with compositional harmony, making it a noteworthy piece for scholars of Central European genre painting.
For interior styling, The Poultry Seller would elevate a cozy kitchen, farmhouse dining area, or a traditional study. Its warm ochres, browns, and muted reds pair beautifully with wood furnishings, rustic ceramics, or linen textiles, creating a cohesive, agrarian-inspired aesthetic. Opt for a medium-to-large frame (if reproduced) to highlight its intricate details—a gilded or distressed wooden frame would enhance its vintage appeal. In a modern office, it could add historical contrast amid minimalist decor, especially when paired with neutral walls and organic materials like wicker or raw stone. Position it near natural light to amplify its earthy tones, or pair it with botanical prints for a harmonious, nature-themed arrangement. The scene’s bustling energy also makes it ideal for spaces meant to inspire creativity or conversation.
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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.
