Cerises Et Carafon (cherries And Carafe)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Paul Gauguin's Cerises Et Carafon (cherries And Carafe) 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 Gauguin’s Cerises Et Carafon (Cherries and Carafe), painted in 1889 during his pivotal Pont-Aven period, exudes a dreamlike simplicity infused with symbolic depth. The still life captures a rustic carafe and a bowl of cherries rendered in Gauguin’s distinctive Synthetist style—flattened forms, bold outlines, and vivid, unnatural colors that reject realism in favor of emotional expression. Warm tones of ochre and red dominate, while the shadows and textures hint at his growing fascination with Primitivism and Japonisme. Created amid Gauguin’s break from Impressionism, this work reflects his quest to convey "the idea" rather than mere appearance, foreshadowing his later Tahitian masterpieces. Though less famed than The Yellow Christ or Where Do We Come From?, it remains a vital bridge in Gauguin’s evolution, illustrating his radical departure from Western conventions toward a more intuitive, decorative aesthetic that would inspire Fauvism and Modernism.
For decor, Cerises Et Carafon lends warmth and artistic intrigue to spaces craving organic elegance. Its earthy palette (terracotta, cream, and cherry red) pairs beautifully with natural materials like linen, wood, or rattan—ideal for a sunlit dining nook or a cozy study. Consider hanging it in a minimalist frame to let Gauguin’s bold strokes shine, or offset its rustic charm with mid-century modern furniture for eclectic contrast. At roughly 40x30cm (typical of Gauguin’s smaller still lifes), it suits intimate settings—a desk shelf, a hallway vignette, or alongside other Post-Impressionist prints for a curated gallery wall. The painting’s symbolic undertones also make it a thought-provoking focal point in creative workspaces, sparking dialogue about art’s emotional power.
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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.
