The Resting Model
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Remy Cogghe's The Resting Model 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 Resting Model" by Remy Cogghe (1886) is a captivating realist masterpiece that transports viewers to an intimate Parisian artist’s studio. The painting depicts a young female model reclining languidly on a chaise longue, her flushed cheeks and parted lips suggesting temporary respite from posing. Cogghe’s meticulous brushwork renders the scene with photographic precision - from the crumpled bedsheets to the delicate play of natural light filtering through sheer curtains. As a gold medal winner at the 1889 Paris Salon, this work exemplifies late 19th-century academic realism while subtly foreshadowing Impressionist explorations of candid moments. The composition’s deliberate staging—combining classic reclining nude tradition with contemporary studio realism—solidifies its importance as a transitional piece between formal academic art and modern approaches to figure painting.
For interior styling, this artwork would elevate a refined study or luxury bedroom with its sophisticated palette of ivory skin tones, peachy accents, and muted olive drapery. Consider displaying it above a tufted Chesterfield sofa or neoclassical console table where its 38 x 46 cm dimensions (standard Salon canvas size) can be appreciated at intimate viewing distances. The painting’s vertical orientation makes it ideal for narrow wall spaces between windows or flanking arched doorways. Pair with gilded Rococo Revival frames to enhance its academic pedigree, or opt for sleek black gallery frames for contemporary contrast. Balance the warm flesh tones with cool gray-blue wall paint (such as Farrow & Ball’s "Hague Blue") and incorporate textural elements like velvet upholstery or a weathered leather chair to echo the painting’s tangible realism.
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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.
