Before The Ball
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Roman Ribera Cirera's Before The Ball 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
Roman Ribera Cirera’s Before The Ball (1898) captures a fleeting, enchanting moment in Barcelona’s high society. The painting depicts elegantly dressed women preparing for a ball, illuminated by warm candlelight that casts a golden glow on rich fabrics and poised gestures. Ribera’s meticulous attention to detail—luxurious textures of silk, intricate lace, and delicate accessories—exemplifies his academic training and mastery of realism, infused with the romantic allure of late 19th-century Spanish genre scenes. Historically, the work reflects the Belle Époque’s fascination with opulence and leisure, while its intimate narrative quality bridges the gap between portraiture and storytelling. Though less globally renowned than his contemporaries like Sorolla, Ribera’s Before The Ball remains a cherished example of Catalan modernism, offering a window into the era’s cultural sophistication and gendered social rituals.
For interior styling, Before The Ball lends timeless elegance to traditional or transitional spaces. Ideal for a formal dining room or classic study, its warm palette of amber, cream, and deep reds pairs beautifully with mahogany furniture, gilded accents, or velvet upholstery. Choose a medium-large frame (24x36 inches or similar) to balance detail visibility without overwhelming the room—position it as a focal point above a console table or fireplace. Complement the artwork with subdued lighting (such as a vintage chandelier or brass sconces) to echo its candlelit ambiance. Avoid overly modern decor; instead, embrace antique mirrors, floral arrangements, or Persian rugs to harmonize with its 19th-century charm. In offices, it adds refinement to executive suites, subtly reinforcing themes of preparation and poise.
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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.
