The Schmollende
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Paul Gauguin's The Schmollende 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 The Schuffenecker Family (often mistakenly referred to as The Schmollende) is a captivating example of his early Post-Impressionist style, painted in 1889 during his transitional period between France and Tahiti. The work radiates an intimate yet somber mood, depicting Gauguin’s friend Émile Schuffenecker’s family in muted tones and bold outlines, a precursor to his later Synthetist experiments. The figures appear solemn, their postures and expressions conveying quiet introspection, while the flattened planes and stylized forms hint at Gauguin’s growing departure from naturalism. Historically significant, this piece marks Gauguin’s shift toward symbolic storytelling and emotional depth, foreshadowing his iconic Tahitian works. Its restrained palette and emotional weight set it apart in his oeuvre, offering a glimpse into his evolving artistic vision before embracing full-blown Primitivism.
For interior decor, The Schuffenecker Family would anchor a contemplative, sophisticated space. Its subdued earthy tones—ochres, deep greens, and shadowy blues—pair beautifully with natural materials like walnut wood, linen textiles, or matte ceramics in a study or library. Given its mid-sized dimensions (approx. 73 × 92 cm), it commands attention as a focal point above a console table or flanked by minimalist shelving. To harmonize with its Post-Impressionist style, opt for furniture with clean lines and organic curves—think Art Nouveau accents or Japanese-inspired decor. Contrast its melancholic mood with warm, indirect lighting and tactile textures like wool or leather. In a modern office, it could inspire depth alongside monochrome abstracts or botanical prints, ensuring the wall color remains neutral (soft greys or taupe) to let Gauguin’s nuanced brushwork shine.
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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.
