Green Apples
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Walt Kuhn's Green Apples 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
The 1935 painting Green Apples by American modernist Walt Kuhn captures a striking simplicity through its bold, almost geometric composition. Five luminous green apples rest solemnly against a deep blue background, their waxy skins reflecting light with an almost surreal intensity. Kuhn’s refined brushwork and heightened color palette—reminiscent of Cézanne yet distinctly modern—elevate the mundane subject to an iconic stillness, blending realism with abstract formalism. Created during Kuhn’s mature period, when he shifted from theatrical portraits to still lifes, the work reflects his belief in art as "a controlled explosion of emotion." Though lesser-known than his circus performer portraits, Green Apples embodies his mastery of tonal harmony and psychological weight, bridging early 20th-century American modernism and European avant-garde influences. Its quiet tension between realism and abstraction has earned it a quiet but firm place in discussions of American still-life reinvention.
For interior spaces, Green Apples offers versatile elegance. Its vivid hues—emerald green against Prussian blue—complement mid-century modern or Scandinavian minimalist décor, while the restrained composition suits a study or dining room seeking sophistication without clutter. Opt for a medium-to-large frame (the original is 16×20 inches) to let the apples’ scale resonate; pair with warm wood tones or matte black furniture to balance the cool palette. In offices, it injects vitality without distraction—hang near neutral walls or beside muted abstract art to create focal contrast. For cohesive color schemes, pull in accents like olive cushions or cerulean ceramics. Kuhn’s play of light also makes it ideal for rooms with natural illumination, where its glossy greens will subtly shift with the day’s rhythm.
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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.
