A Dessert
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Raphaelle Peale's A Dessert 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
Raphaelle Peale's A Dessert (1817) is a captivating still life that radiates quiet elegance and sensory delight. Depicting a table spread with luscious strawberries, peaches, and a delicate wineglass—likely set against a dark, velvety background—the painting exemplifies the refined realism of early American still-life art. Peale, son of renowned portraitist Charles Willson Peale, pioneered this genre in the young United States, blending Dutch Golden Age influences with keen observation of light and texture. The fruit’s dewy sheen and the subtle interplay of shadows create an intimate, almost tactile experience, reflecting post-Revolutionary America’s growing appreciation for domestic tranquility and material beauty. Today, A Dessert stands as a foundational work in American art history, bridging European traditions with a distinctly New World sensibility—its restrained sophistication contrasting with the later opulence of the Gilded Age.
For interiors, A Dessert would harmonize beautifully in a dining room or study, where its warm hues and classical composition enhance a sense of cultured repose. Opt for a gilded neoclassical frame to underscore its 19th-century charm, and hang it at eye level (standard gallery height: 57" to 60" from floor to center) above a sideboard or mantel. Pair it with rich, earthy tones like ochre or taupe on walls to amplify the painting’s depth, or let it pop against deep navy or hunter green for dramatic contrast. A smaller-scale reproduction (around 24" × 20") suits intimate spaces, while larger formats command attention in open-plan rooms. Complement the artwork with tactile materials—linen drapes, ceramic tableware, or walnut furniture—to echo its organic textures. In offices, it lends quiet prestige to executive spaces, balancing professionalism with artistry.
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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.
