Mata Mua
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Paul Gauguin's Mata Mua 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 Mata Mua (1892) transports viewers to an idyllic Tahitian paradise, where golden light bathes a group of women in a serene, timeless ritual. The lush jungle backdrop and flattened perspective exemplify Gauguin’s Post-Impressionist style, blending bold colors with symbolic storytelling. Painted during his first stay in Tahiti, the work reflects his pursuit of an unspoiled "primitive" utopia, albeit through a romanticized colonial lens. Its dreamlike quality and rhythmic composition mark a pivotal shift toward Synthetism, where form and emotion triumph over realism. Now housed in Madrid's Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Mata Mua remains iconic for its fusion of myth and modernity, cementing Gauguin’s legacy as a bridge between traditional and avant-garde art.
For interiors, Mata Mua’s warm ochres and emerald greens suit spaces yearning for exotic tranquility. A large-scale reproduction (around 90x70cm) becomes a striking focal point in a minimalist living room or a luxe bohemian study, its colors echoed in terracotta vases or tropical foliage. Pair it with raw wood furniture and woven textures to enhance its earthy harmony, or let it contrast against slate-gray walls for dramatic effect. In offices, it sparks creativity—hang it beside neutral-toned shelving to balance its vibrancy. Opt for a gilded frame to honor Gauguin’s decorative ethos, or choose a sleek black one for contemporary edge. Always position it where soft lighting mimics the painting’s own glow.
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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.
