An Oriental Meal
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Richard Karlovich Zommer's An Oriental Meal 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
An Oriental Meal by Richard Karlovich Zommer (1866–1939) transports viewers to an opulent Central Asian feast, where warm golden light bathes lavishly dressed figures seated around low tables laden with exotic fruits and intricate tableware. Painted in Zommer’s signature academic-Orientalist style, the work reflects late 19th-century European fascination with Eastern cultures, blending meticulous ethnographic details with romanticized luminosity. The rich textures of embroidered textiles, the gleam of brass vessels, and the dynamic interplay of shadows create a sensuous, almost cinematic tableau. As a Russian artist trained at the Imperial Academy of Arts, Zommer bridged Western techniques and Eastern subject matter, making this piece a captivating example of transnational Orientalism—less documented than French counterparts like Gérôme yet equally significant for its cross-cultural storytelling.
For interior styling, this painting thrives in spaces embracing global eclectic aesthetics. Ideal for a dining area or study, its warm earth tones (ochres, burnt sienna) pair beautifully with mid-century wooden furniture or Moroccan-inspired lanterns. Choose a gilded or dark walnut frame to echo the artwork’s opulence, and hang it at eye level on a feature wall with subdued lighting to amplify its glow. In offices, it adds sophistication to reception areas or executive rooms—balance its 19th-century grandeur with minimalist modern decor (e.g., clean-lined desks, neutral upholstery) to avoid visual clutter. If replicating the scene’s richness, layer Persian rugs and velvet cushions in analogous hues. Optimal display requires a spacious setting due to common larger dimensions (typical of Zommer’s works at 80x120cm+), ensuring details remain impactful without crowding.
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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.
