Iqbal 'alieh, La Belle Beyrouthine.
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Moustafa Farroukh's Iqbal 'alieh, La Belle Beyrouthine. 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
The painting La Belle Beyrouthine by Moustafa Farroukh captures the timeless elegance of Beirut through the poised depiction of Iqbal 'alieh, a celebrated Lebanese performer in the mid-20th century. Farroukh, a pivotal figure in Lebanon's modern art movement, blends European academic techniques with Levantine narrative sensibilities, creating a work that radiates quiet sophistication. The subject's enigmatic gaze and flowing garments evoke Beirut's golden age—a city suspended between Mediterranean allure and cosmopolitan refinement. Executed with polished realism and delicate lighting, the painting encapsulates Farroukh's mastery in portraying Arab identity during a transformative era. Historically significant, it bridges pre-independence Lebanese art with postwar modernist expressions, offering a visual manifesto of cultural pride. Today, La Belle Beyrouthine is regarded as both a national icon and an exemplar of MENA portraiture's evolution.
For interior styling, this artwork commands attention as a refined focal point. Ideal for spaces with classic-contemporary hybrids—think a study with dark wood shelves or a minimalist lounge accented with brass details. Its muted earth tones harmonize with terracotta textiles, ochre walls, or deep emerald accents, while the portrait's intimate scale (typically under 100cm) suits above mantels or beside arched doorways. In offices, pair it with streamlined mid-century furniture to underscore its historical gravitas; at home, layer it among textiles with intricate Arabesque patterns for cultural resonance. Opt for matte gold frames to echo the painting's warm undertones, and spotlight it with directional lighting to amplify its dramatic chiaroscuro. Whether in a corporate lobby or a Bohemian-inspired salon, La Belle Beyrouthine transforms walls into dialogues between heritage and modernity.
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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.
