





The furlana
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Pietro Longhi's The furlana 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
Pietro Longhi’s The Furlana captures the lively spirit of 18th-century Venetian society through a delightful genre scene. Painted around 1750, this oil on canvas work depicts aristocrats and commoners joyfully dancing the furlana, a traditional folk dance from Friuli. Longhi’s meticulous attention to costume details—rich silks, delicate masks, and rustic attire—creates a vivid contrast between social classes, all united by the rhythm of the dance. His soft, pastel palette and intimate composition reflect the Rococo style’s elegance, while the slightly satirical undertone reveals his unique voice in Venetian art. Though less renowned than his contemporaries like Tiepolo, Longhi’s works offer invaluable insights into daily life during the Republic’s decline, making The Furlana both a charming visual narrative and a subtle historical document.
For interior styling, The Furlana would elevate a study or lounge with its warm, sociable energy. Its ideal setting is a room with classical or vintage decor—think carved wooden furniture, velvet upholstery, or gilt accents—to harmonize with its 18th-century roots. The painting’s muted earth tones and soft pinks pair beautifully with neutral walls or deep jewel tones like emerald or burgundy. A medium-sized reproduction (around 24x30 inches) would suit above a fireplace or as a focal point in a hallway, inviting conversation. To modernize the look, juxtapose it with minimalist frames or sleek lighting, letting Longhi’s narrative charm bridge past and present effortlessly.
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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.