The Pool Of Bethesda
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sebastiano Ricci's The Pool Of Bethesda 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 The Pool of Bethesda is a luminous Baroque masterpiece that captures a biblical miracle with theatrical flair. Painted around 1720, the work depicts the Gospel story of Jesus healing a paralyzed man at Jerusalem's Bethesda pool, where the sick gathered for divine intervention. Ricci's dynamic composition swirls with movement – figures crane forward in anticipation, drapery billows like stage curtains, and celestial light bathes the scene in golden warmth. His vibrant palette and loose, expressive brushwork reveal Venetian influences, while the dramatic chiaroscuro nods to Caravaggio. This painting exemplifies Ricci’s role in bridging Italy’s High Baroque with the emerging Rococo elegance, influencing later artists like Tiepolo. Though less famous than contemporaries like Veronese, Ricci’s ability to blend sacred narrative with sensual allure makes this work a standout in 18th-century religious art.
For interior styling, The Pool of Bethesda would elevate a study or formal living room with its rich narrative energy. Choose gilt-framed reproductions (approximately 24"x36") for walls painted in warm neutrals like ochre or dove gray to mirror Ricci’s earthy tones. Position it as a focal point above a carved console table, flanked by Baroque-style sconces to enhance its dramatic lighting. In modern offices, pair a smaller canvas with minimalist furniture for striking contrast – the painting’s blues and crimsons will pop against charcoal walls. Ricci’s diagonal composition works well in corner displays; balance its movement with solid-colored upholstery in deep burgundy or slate. For cohesive drama, layer textures like velvet cushions and hammered metal accents that echo the artwork’s tactile brushwork, creating a space where sacred grandeur meets cultivated sophistication.
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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.
