





A busy street scene at night
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Floris Arntzenius's A busy street scene at night 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
Floris Arntzenius’ "A Busy Street Scene at Night" captures the vibrant pulse of early 20th-century urban life with remarkable vivacity. Painted around 1910-1920, this work exemplifies the Dutch Impressionist’s mastery in rendering nocturnal cityscapes, blending loose brushwork with luminous artificial lighting to evoke a sense of bustling energy. Arntzenius, a lesser-known but pivotal figure in the Hague School’s later years, specialized in documenting everyday scenes—often focusing on his native Utrecht and The Hague. The painting’s dynamic composition, where gas lamps cast golden halos over cobblestone streets and shadowy figures, reflects his fascination with modernity’s interplay with tradition. While not as celebrated as his contemporaries like Breitner or Israëls, Arntzenius’ works gained retrospective recognition for their atmospheric authenticity, offering a bridge between 19th-century realism and emerging modernist sensibilities in Dutch art.
For interior spaces, this painting’s warm, moody palette makes it ideal for creating focal points in studies or lounge areas. Its ideal dimensions (typically around 60x80cm for medium-sized originals) suit placement above mantels or as part of a salon-style art wall alongside other Hague School pieces or muted-toned landscapes. Frame it in a gilded or dark walnut molding to complement its historic charm while contrasting beautifully with contemporary gray or taupe walls. The artwork’s strategic use of amber and indigo allows it to harmonize with leather furnishings, brass accents, or mid-century decor—its bustling energy balances serene minimalism in offices, while its nostalgic glow enhances traditional libraries. Opt for directional lighting (like a narrow-beam picture light) to mimic the painting’s own luminous effects, heightening its immersive quality after dark.
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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.