Roses With Apple &
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Merton Clivette's Roses With Apple & 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
Roses With Apple by Merton Clivette (1888-1938) exudes the nostalgic charm of early 20th-century American still life painting. With meticulous realism characteristic of the Boston School tradition—where Clivette trained under Frank Benson—the work captures lush pink roses tumbling from a cut-glass vase alongside a ripe apple, their textures rendered with almost tactile precision through controlled brushwork. The composition balances Romantic floral abundance with Post-Impressionist structural clarity, creating visual harmony between organic curves and the geometric prismatic reflections in the glass. Though lesser known than his portrait commissions for wealthy patrons, this 1910s-era still life exemplifies Clivette’s transitional position between academic realism and emerging modernist trends—particularly in his nuanced handling of light, which recalls Chardin’s luminous transparency while anticipating Hopper’s crisp luminosity.
For contemporary interiors, the painting’s soft coral palette and botanical subject matter make it ideal for creating elegant focal points in dining rooms or boutique office spaces. Display it in transitional-style settings where traditional moldings meet streamlined furnishings—the artwork’s vintage realism becomes a sophisticated bridge between periods. Hang it where northern light can echo its cool highlights, ideally in spaces featuring textured linens or Murano glass accessories that pick up its refractive qualities. A medium-large format (original dimensions approximately 24×30 inches) ensures visual impact without overwhelming; flank with sconces to enhance its candlelit glow. In modern minimalist schemes, let it contrast clean-lined furniture while complementing blush-toned accent walls or terrazzo surfaces containing similar peach undertones. The timeless floral theme suits both residential and professional environments seeking cultivated warmth.
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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.
