Queen Wilhelmina
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Paul Emile Berthon's Queen Wilhelmina 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
Paul Émile Berthon’s portrait Queen Wilhelmina is a striking example of Art Nouveau’s elegant synthesis of graphic clarity and organic fluidity. Created in 1898—the same year Wilhelmina ascended the Dutch throne—the lithograph captures the young queen in profile, her poised demeanor framed by cascading floral motifs and sinuous lines typical of Berthon’s style. The muted yet rich palette of soft greens, ochres, and creams exudes regality while maintaining the period’s love for natural forms. Berthon, a pupil of Eugène Grasset, masterfully blends Japanese woodblock influences with European decorative arts, situating this work at the crossroads of symbolism and emerging modernism. Though less celebrated than his mentor’s output, Berthon’s contributions are pivotal in transitioning poster art into collectible fine art, with Queen Wilhelmina embodying the era’s fusion of aristocracy and avant-garde aesthetics.
When displaying this print in a contemporary space, lean into its duality of grandeur and intimacy. Ideal for a study or formal sitting room, it demands a wall with subdued lighting—think matte gold sconces or a minimalist track system—to accentuate its delicate colors. Pair it with dark wood furniture or Art Nouveau revival pieces featuring curved lines to echo its flowing forms. For color cohesion, introduce textiles in sage green or muted terracotta, avoiding patterns that compete with its intricate details. At approximately 50x70 cm (a common lithograph size), it shines as a focal point above a low console or within a curated gallery wall of similarly scaled botanical prints. In offices, position it near velvet-upholstered seating to reinforce its sophisticated yet warm aura, ensuring the surroundings honor its historical gravitas without feeling antiquated.
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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.
