An upturned basket of grapes and figs
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sebastian Gessa Y Arias's An upturned basket of grapes and figs 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
Sebastian Gessa y Arias' An Upturned Basket of Grapes and Figs is a captivating still-life that exudes rustic charm and natural abundance. Set against a dark, earthy backdrop, the overturned wicker basket spills forth clusters of plump grapes and ripe figs, their rich hues of deep purples and warm greens contrasting beautifully with the straw-colored weave. Gessa y Arias, a 19th-century Spanish painter, was renowned for his meticulous realism and luminescent detailing, capturing the tactile quality of fruit peels and woven textures with remarkable precision. This work exemplifies the Romantic era's fascination with nature's bounty while nodding to the Dutch Golden Age still-life tradition of conveying impermanence through perishable subjects. Though less famous than his contemporaries like Goya, Gessa y Arias' works remain important documents of Spanish botanical painting, bridging academic precision with quietly poetic domestic scenes.
For interior settings, this painting would elevate spaces seeking warmth and organic elegance. Its medium size (typical of Gessa y Arias' still-lifes at 50-70cm wide) makes it ideal for dining nooks or studies, where its intimate scale invites closer contemplation. Pair it with wrought iron wall sconces or reclaimed wood shelves to enhance its rustic character in farmhouse-style homes. In modern offices, the artwork's earthy palette (ochres, aubergines and olive tones) complements leather furnishings and matte black accents beautifully. Consider hanging it opposite large windows where natural light amplifies its glossy fruit highlights, or in breakfast rooms alongside ceramic tableware echoing the painted figs' shapes. For framing, choose a distressed gold leaf frame to honor its period charm, or opt for a sleek walnut float frame for contemporary settings – both allowing the painting's central burst of fruit to remain the chromatic focal point.
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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.
