Still Life with a hare
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of 'the other' Jan van Kessel's Still Life with a hare 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
Jan van Kessel the Elder’s Still Life with a Hare (c. 1660–70) is a masterful display of 17th-century Flemish still life painting, where a lifeless hare takes center stage amid a rich tableau of hunting paraphernalia and lush foliage. The artwork exudes a quiet solemnity—soft light caresses the hare’s fur, while glints on the metal blade and game bag suggest an interrupted hunt. Van Kessel’s hyper-realistic style elevates this modest subject into a meditation on mortality and nature’s bounty, a hallmark of Dutch Golden Age vanitas traditions. While overshadowed by his grandfather Jan Brueghel the Elder and namesake son, Jan van Kessel the Elder carved a niche with his intricate, small-scale compositions. Today, this painting exemplifies the overlap between scientific curiosity (seen in meticulous biological details) and Baroque theatricality, bridging genre painting and natural history illustration.
For interior settings, Still Life with a Hare thrives in spaces where warmth and narrative depth are desired. A wood-paneled study or a rustic-chic dining room would amplify its earthy palette—ochres, deep browns, and olive greens—while gold-framed moldings or leather furnishings would harmonize with its Old World charm. Opt for a medium-sized reproduction (24x30 inches) to balance detail visibility without overwhelming a compact area. In modern offices, pair it with minimalistic oak shelving and matte black accents for a refined contrast. The painting’s contemplative mood suits low-lit alcoves or corridors, where its textures can invite closer inspection. Avoid clashing with bold patterns; instead, let it anchor a neutral backdrop with complementary tones like sage or terracotta in cushions or rugs.
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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.
