Over the fence
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Rudolf Stone's Over the fence 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
Walking into the luminous world of "Over the Fence" by Rudolf Stone feels like capturing sunlight through stained glass. Painted circa 1927 during the artist’s Berlin period, this oil masterpiece blends late Expressionist brushwork with emerging Neue Sachlichkeit (New Objectivity) precision. The composition shows children peering over a wooden fence, their angular faces illuminated against a patchwork of Prussian blue shadows and cadmium yellow highlights – Stone’s signature chromatic tension between urban restraint and fleeting joy. Art historians recognize this work as pivotal in bridging German Expressionism’s emotional rawness with postwar realism’s disciplined observation, later influencing social realist movements. The painting’s layered symbolism – the fence representing postwar societal divisions, the children’s gazes suggesting hope – cemented Stone’s reputation as a poet of interwar contradictions.
For contemporary interiors, "Over the Fence" commands attention as a statement piece above mid-century credenzas or in minimalist offices. Its 24×36 inch dimensions suit feature walls adjacent to charcoal gray sofas or oak-walled studies, where the Prussian blue accents can harmonize with navy upholstery or Delft pottery. In daylight spaces, frame it in slim oxidized brass to complement the warm yellows; for moody settings, choose deep walnut molding to intensify the earthy undertones. The painting’s narrative quality pairs well with tubular steel furniture (echoing its Weimar era origins) or organic linen textiles that soften its geometric tension. Position it at eye level (57-60 inches from floor) in reading nooks to create contemplative energy, or in creative studios where its compositional balance subconsciously enhances focus. Avoid overcrowding – this work demands breathing room like Stone’s careful negative spaces.
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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.
