Mere Et Enfant
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mary Cassatt's Mere Et Enfant 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 Mère et Enfant (circa 1890) is a tender portrayal of maternal love that radiates warmth and intimacy. Executed during Cassatt's mature period, this pastel-on-paper masterpiece exemplifies her signature Impressionist style—soft, luminous strokes capturing candid moments between mother and child. As one of few women artists in the male-dominated Impressionist circle, Cassatt revolutionized depictions of domestic life by elevating everyday tenderness to fine art. The painting’s loose yet deliberate brushwork, paired with a palette of milky blues and creamy whites, creates a cocoon-like atmosphere. Historically significant, Mère et Enfant reflects Cassatt’s Japanese print influences (flattened planes, cropped compositions) while asserting her unique voice in 19th-century art—bridging European Impressionism and American realism.
For decor, Mère et Enfant lends timeless elegance to spaces seeking serenity. Ideal for nurseries, master bedrooms, or cozy reading nooks, its vertical composition (approx. 26x20 inches) suits walls above consoles or mantels. Pair it with curved, organic furniture—a tufted armchair or a walnut rocking chair—to echo its soft forms. Extend Cassatt’s palette by layering muted blues (Benjamin Moore’s "Whispering Spring") with warm neutrals like oatmeal linen drapes. In offices, frame it in a slim gilt frame to harmonize with traditional decor or choose a floating frame for modern interiors. Avoid overcrowding; let its emotive simplicity shine alongside matte ceramics or a single trailing pothos plant. Scale matters: opt for a high-quality reproduction sized proportionally to your wall—neither too small (lost) nor too large (overpowering).
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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.
