Orchid, 1886-87
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mikhail Aleksandrovich Vrubel's Orchid, 1886-87 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
Mikhail Vrubel’s Orchid (1886–87) is a mesmerizing study in fragility and opulence, capturing the exotic flower in lush, almost tactile detail. Painted during his early career while working at the Abramtsevo colony—a hub for Russian Revival art—the piece reflects Vrubel’s signature Symbolist style, blending meticulous realism with dreamlike intensity. The orchid’s velvety petals seem to glow against a murky, indeterminate background, evoking both botanical precision and poetic mystery. Vrubel’s fascination with organic forms and decorative flair here foreshadows his later masterpieces, like The Demon series, cementing his role as a bridge between traditional academism and Russia’s burgeoning Art Nouveau movement. Though lesser-known than his monumental works, Orchid exemplifies his genius for transforming humble subjects into ethereal visions, making it a quietly revolutionary piece in fin-de-siècle art.
For interiors, Orchid’s rich palette of deep purples, emerald greens, and golden undertones lends itself to moody, sophisticated spaces. Hang it in a study or dining room with dark, matte walls (charcoal or forest green) to amplify its jewel-like hues. The painting’s intimate scale (likely under 50 cm) suits a focal nook—pair it with gilded frames or Art Nouveau sconces to echo Vrubel’s decorative ethos. In modern offices, juxtapose it with sleek, minimalist furniture for a striking contrast, or layer it among botanical prints for a curated, organic feel. Position lighting obliquely to mimic the painting’s dramatic chiaroscuro, and avoid overcrowding—let its enigmatic beauty command attention.
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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.
