By The Pond 2
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mary Cassatt's By The Pond 2 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
Mary Cassatt’s By the Pond 2 (1896) is a luminous example of Impressionist intimacy, capturing a serene moment between a woman and child in nature. Rendered in Cassatt’s signature soft pastels, the painting glows with delicate hues of lavender, green, and peach, evoking the dappled light of a quiet afternoon by the water. As an American expatriate in Paris, Cassatt was central to the Impressionist movement, bridging domestic tenderness with modernist techniques—flattened perspectives, loose brushwork—that challenged academic conventions. This work epitomizes her focus on feminine interiority and maternal bonds, themes often marginalized in 19th-century art. Today, it stands as a testament to her pioneering role in elevating "women’s spheres" to high art, influencing both her peers like Degas and later generations of female artists.
For interior styling, By the Pond 2 harmonizes beautifully with spaces designed for calm reflection. Position it in a sunlit reading nook or a bedroom to amplify its tranquil energy, ideally against muted walls (sage, cream) that let its pastel palette shimmer. The artwork’s medium size (approximately 25 x 32 inches) suits above a console table or as part of a salon-style gallery wall paired with smaller Impressionist sketches. Echo its colors through textiles—a lilac throw or botanical-print cushions—while minimalist furniture (think linen-upholstered chairs, light wood tones) keeps the focus on the painting’s emotional depth. In offices, it fosters warmth in meeting rooms or private studies, softening modern aesthetics with its timeless humanity.
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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.
