Self Portrait of Casas with Pere Romeu on a Tandem, 1897
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ramon Casas's Self Portrait of Casas with Pere Romeu on a Tandem, 1897 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 vivacious Self Portrait of Casas with Pere Romeu on a Tandem (1897) captures Ramon Casas cycling jubilantly through Barcelona’s streets alongside his friend Pere Romeu, their tandem bicycle framing a moment of modernist spontaneity. Painted during Catalonia’s cultural renaissance, this iconic work exemplifies Casas’ hallmark fin-de-siècle style—loose, energetic brushwork meets Parisian-inspired elegance, with the bicycle symbolizing urban modernity. Beyond its playful surface, the painting critiques bourgeois conventions by celebrating youthful freedom and movement, a theme resonant among the Quatre Gats avant-garde circle Casas co-founded. Today, it endures as Catalonia’s visual anthem of progress, bridging Impressionist lightness and Art Nouveau’s graphic flair, its historical significance amplified by Romeu’s role as the tavern owner central to Barcelona’s bohemian scene.
For interiors, this masterpiece thrives in dynamic spaces: a minimalist office’s accent wall or a sunlit dining nook, where its kinetic energy enlivens the room. Opt for a medium-to-large reproduction (24"x36" or similar) to honor the original’s life-sized impact. Pair it with walnut shelves, leather club chairs, and brass lighting to echo its warm earth tones—ochers, umbers, and dashes of Romeu’s crimson sash. Avoid competing patterns; let the painting’s asymmetry shine alongside sleek, Art Deco-inspired furniture or raw-textured linen drapes. In a gallery wall, flank it with monochrome sketches or vintage cycling memorabilia for thematic cohesion. The artwork’s joyful motion makes it ideal for creative workplaces or entryways, subtly reinforcing innovation and camaraderie.
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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.
