Saint Mathieu, ecrivant sur un livre tenu par un ange
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sebastiano Ricci's Saint Mathieu, ecrivant sur un livre tenu par un ange 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
Sebastiano Ricci's Saint Mathieu, ecrivant sur un livre tenu par un ange captures the celestial harmony between divine inspiration and human creation. Painted circa 1720 during Ricci's late Venetian period, the artwork epitomizes Baroque dynamism softened by Rococo elegance. The scene depicts Saint Matthew, bathed in golden light, intently writing his Gospel as a youthful angel tenderly supports the sacred tome—a visual metaphor for spiritual guidance. Ricci’s fluid brushwork animates billowing drapery and ethereal cloudscapes, while the warm palette of ochres and celestial blues echoes Tiepolo’s influence. This masterpiece represents Ricci’s mature synthesis of Venetian colorismo with theatrical composition, bridging the grandeur of Counter-Reformation art and the lighter sensibility of 18th-century decor. As one of his esteemed religious works commissioned for private devotion, it holds significance in studies of sacred Baroque narratives transitioning toward Rococo intimacy.
For interior styling, this painting’s vertical composition (typical Ricci altar-piece dimensions around 100x70cm) commands attention in refined spaces. Place it in a study or executive office with Baroque-revival furnishings—think carved walnut bookshelves or a Louis XV-style desk—to amplify its solemn elegance. The ochre and azure tones pair beautifully with terracotta walls or deep sapphire upholstery, while gilded frames harmonize with the artwork’s celestial glow. In minimalist settings, let it anchor a niche with directional LED spotlights to mimic Ricci’s chiaroscuro. Smaller canvas reproductions work well above mantels or console tables flanked by sculptural candlesticks, creating a vignette that balances sacred gravitas with decorative finesse. Avoid overcrowding; Ricci’s delicate balance of movement and serenity deserves breathing room.
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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.
