26,5 X 19,5 Cm
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Paul Cesar Helleu's 26,5 X 19,5 Cm 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
Measuring 26.5 x 19.5 cm, this intimate gem by Paul César Helleu captures the essence of Belle Époque elegance through his signature etching style. The work likely portrays one of Helleu's signature society portraits or atmospheric Parisian scenes, executed with the delicate precision and soft tonal gradations that made him the portraitist of choice for luminaries like Marcel Proust and Consuelo Vanderbilt. Created during the late 19th or early 20th century, when Helleu dominated the world of society portraiture, this modestly scaled piece exemplifies his mastery of drypoint technique - the fine web of scratched lines creating luminous effects that bridge Impressionist spontaneity with Art Nouveau refinement. Though lesser known than his contemporaries Boldini or Sargent today, Helleu’s works occupy a fascinating niche in art history as documents of Gilded Age sophistication and technical innovators in printmaking, with this particular format revealing his ability to distill grandeur into intimately scaled compositions.
This exquisite small-format work would elevate a curated interior as a sophisticated focal point. Consider displaying it in a bedroom vanity area or study where its delicate scale invites closer inspection, framed in a slender silver-leaf frame to complement Helleu's characteristic metallic shimmer effects. The muted palette and etched lines would harmonize beautifully with art nouveau decor or transitional interiors mixing vintage and contemporary elements. For offices, it brings understated prestige when paired with rich walnut furnishings and velvet upholstery in deep emerald or sapphire tones that echo Belle Époque luxury. Its vertical orientation makes it ideal for narrow walls in entryways or between windows, while the intimate size allows grouping with other Helleu prints or period photographs for a collector’s cabinet effect. Positioned at eye level with directional picture lighting, this work transforms any space into a private salon worthy of its original aristocratic patrons.
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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.
