Ball de tarda
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ramon Casas's Ball de tarda 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
Ramon Casas’ Ball de tarda (Afternoon Dance) is a vibrant testament to the bohemian spirit of late 19th-century Barcelona, capturing a lively outdoor dance scene with the artist’s signature modernist elegance. Painted in 1896, the work exudes warmth and movement, as couples twirl beneath dappled sunlight, their flowing garments and animated gestures rendered in Casas’ fluid, impressionistic brushwork. The composition balances intimacy and dynamism, with loose, expressive strokes contrasting against the structured forms of musicians and onlookers. A key figure in Catalan Modernisme, Casas infused this piece with the movement’s love for light, leisure, and local culture, bridging French Impressionism’s spontaneity with Spanish narrative depth. Today, Ball de tarda remains celebrated as a quintessential example of Casas’ ability to freeze fleeting social moments with both vitality and poetic refinement, securing his legacy as a chronicler of Barcelona’s golden age.
For a striking decor focal point, Ball de tarda would shine in a sunlit living room or a creative workspace, where its warm earth tones and kinetic energy could enliven muted interiors. Opt for a medium to large-scale reproduction (around 24x36 inches) to highlight its intricate details without overwhelming the space. Frame it in a slender, gilt wooden frame to echo its period charm, or contrast with a minimalist black border for a modern twist. Pair the painting with rich textures like velvet upholstery in ochre or terracotta, or let it anchor a gallery wall alongside other modernist works or vintage Catalan posters. In offices, it fuels creativity—place it near seating areas to inspire casual collaboration, balancing its exuberance with sleek, neutral furniture for harmony. The artwork’s golden hues also complement brass accents or warm wood finishes, creating a cohesive, inviting atmosphere.
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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.
