The electoral Bavarian and Saxon family in 1761 making music and playing cards
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Peter Jacob Horemans's The electoral Bavarian and Saxon family in 1761 making music and playing cards 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
The 1761 painting The Electoral Bavarian and Saxon Family Making Music and Playing Cards by Peter Jacob Horemans captures an intimate yet opulent moment in 18th-century aristocratic life. This exquisite genre scene depicts Elector Maximilian III Joseph of Bavaria and his Saxon relatives engaged in leisurely pursuits—some playing cards, others making music—in an elegant interior adorned with lavish textiles and fine furnishings. Horemans, a Flemish painter active in Munich, masterfully blends Northern European precision with Rococo’s lighthearted elegance, evident in the delicate rendering of fabrics and the warm interplay of light. The work is a significant example of courtly portraiture and genre painting, offering a rare glimpse into the domestic life of European nobility while reflecting the cultural patronage of the Wittelsbach dynasty. Its historical value lies in both its documentary detail and its artistic finesse, bridging Flemish realism and Bavarian Rococo traditions.
For a contemporary setting, this painting would elevate a refined living room or a classic study with its sophisticated palette of cream, gold, and muted reds. Ideally displayed in a dimly lit space with warm accent lighting to mimic its original candlelit ambiance, it pairs beautifully with Baroque or Rococo-style furnishings—think gilded mirrors, curated antique instruments, or velvet-upholstered chairs. A medium-to-large frame (around 36–48 inches wide) would suit its detailed composition, allowing viewers to appreciate the intricate figures and textures. To harmonize its tones, complement the artwork with deep burgundy or ochre walls, or offset its opulence with minimalist neutral décor for a balanced contrast. In an office, it would inspire a sense of cultured gravitas, especially in law or heritage-focused spaces.
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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.
