Joven Con Naranjas
-
About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mateo Balasch Mateu's Joven Con Naranjas 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.
-
Original Description
The luminous painting Joven Con Naranjas (Youth with Oranges) by Spanish artist Mateo Balasch Mateu (1854–1917) captivates with its radiant Mediterranean charm. Executed in the late 19th century, this academic-style masterpiece depicts a sun-kissed young woman holding freshly picked oranges—an ode to Valencia’s agrarian heritage. Bathed in golden light, the subject’s serene expression and the vibrant citrus fruits embody both realism and symbolic vitality, reflecting Spain’s costumbrismo tradition that celebrated local customs. Balasch Mateu, trained at Madrid’s prestigious San Fernando Academy, bridged Romantic emotionality and Impressionist luminosity—his deft handling of textile textures and dappled shadows places him alongside Joaquín Sorolla as a key chronicler of Iberian light. The painting’s historical significance lies in its transitional style, merging meticulous detail with burgeoning plein-air freshness.
For interior styling, Joven Con Naranjas elevates spaces craving warmth and Old World elegance. Its 24 x 36-inch canvas suits a dining area or study, ideally paired with carved walnut frames or minimalist gilt detailing. The dominant apricot tones harmonize with terracotta walls, ochre textiles, or sage-green accents—consider Farrow & Ball’s Joaquin’s Red for walls. In modern offices, balance its classical aura with clean-lined mid-century furniture; the oranges’ vivid hue pops against navy-blue statement sofas. For gallery walls, flank it with botanical prints or smaller Valencian ceramics to reinforce its regional narrative. Optimal lighting—dimmable spotlights or north-facing natural light—will enhance its luminous skin tones, making the fruit’s gloss appear almost tangible.
-
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.
-
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.
