Portrait of a Girl with a Bussola, 1725
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Rosalba Carriera's Portrait of a Girl with a Bussola, 1725 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
Rosalba Carriera’s Portrait of a Girl with a Bussola (1725) captures the delicate charm of Venetian Rococo with mesmerizing softness. The youthful sitter, likely a musician given the titular bussola (a type of compass or musical dial), gazes tenderly beyond the viewer, her powdered hair and rosy cheeks glowing against the pastel hues. Carriera, a trailblazing female artist renowned for her pastel portraits, here demonstrates her mastery of texture—the lace collar’s intricate details contrast with the smooth, almost porcelain-like skin. Created during her peak in cosmopolitan Venice, this work exemplifies the 18th-century European aristocracy’s fascination with elegance and refinement. As one of the few women admitted to Rome’s Accademia di San Luca, Carriera revolutionized pastel portraiture, elevating it to rival oil painting in prestige. This piece, with its intimate scale and luminous palette, remains a testament to her ability to blend aristocratic grandeur with fleeting, almost poetic humanity.
For modern interiors, Portrait of a Girl with a Bussola would effortlessly elevate a study or sitting room with its subdued Rococo grace. Hang it in a softly lit niche or above a vintage writing desk to echo its historical context, framed in an ornate gilt or whitewashed wood frame to harmonize with the pastels. The painting’s muted pinks and blues pair beautifully with neutral tones—think ivory walls or dove-gray upholstery—while its compact size (typical of Carriera’s pastels) suits intimate spaces without overwhelming them. In a minimalist office, it could serve as a refined focal point, its musical theme subtly enhancing creative energy. For cohesion, introduce curved furniture or mirrored accents to mirror the Rococo flow, or contrast with sleek modern lines for balanced tension. A single spotlight could mimic the painting’s luminosity, ensuring its delicate details captivate viewers just as they did in 18th-century Venice.
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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.
