





Les très riches heures du Duc de Berry: Janvier (January)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean Limbourg's Les très riches heures du Duc de Berry: Janvier (January) 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 Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry: Janvier (January) by the Limbourg brothers is a masterpiece of Gothic illumination, radiating aristocratic splendor and wintertime festivity. Created circa 1412–1416 for Jean, Duke of Berry, this miniature depicts a lavish New Year’s celebration within a sumptuous castle interior, possibly the Duc’s own Château de Vincennes. Richly clad nobles exchange gifts, while servants attend to a banquet—a scene framed by intricate architecture and a tapestry adorned with fleur-de-lis, symbolizing French royalty. The Limbourgs’ precision in rendering textures—velvet, fur, and metalwork—exemplifies International Gothic’s elegance. Its significance lies in blending secular court life with sacred manuscript traditions, marking a transition toward Renaissance realism. As part of arguably the most celebrated Book of Hours, this work epitomizes late-medieval artistry and ducal patronage.
For interiors, Janvier’s opulent tones—deep blues, golds, and crimsons—harmonize with traditional or maximalist spaces. Consider a gilded frame to echo its aristocratic flair, scaled to 16x20 inches for a study or dining room focal point. Pair it with Burgundy velvet upholstery or Persian rugs to enhance its warmth, or contrast its Gothic details with sleek, modern furniture for eclectic sophistication. Natural wood shelves or brass accents will complement the illumination’s metallic hues. In offices, it lends gravitas when displayed near dark wood desks, its historical grandeur inspiring refinement. Smaller reproductions (8x10 inches) suit intimate spaces, while larger formats command attention in entryways—always balanced with muted walls to let its jewel tones shine. A timeless choice for those drawn to heritage and artistry.
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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.