Forbidden Fruit
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Louis Icart's Forbidden Fruit 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
Louis Icart’s Forbidden Fruit (c. 1920s) epitomizes the glamour and seduction of Art Deco, blending elegance with playful eroticism. The painting depicts a poised woman reaching for fruit, her flowing gown and dynamic posture exuding both grace and sensuality. Icart, renowned for his etchings and illustrations, mastered the combination of delicate lines and rich shading, reflecting influences from French Impressionism and Japanese woodblock prints. Set against lush, dreamlike backgrounds, his works often celebrated the liberated spirit of the Jazz Age. Forbidden Fruit captures this zeitgeist, standing as a quintessential example of early 20th-century bourgeois aesthetics. Icart’s art bridges commercial appeal and fine art, making his pieces highly collectible and emblematic of Art Deco’s decorative opulence.
For a sophisticated yet daring interior, Forbidden Fruit shines in a study, boudoir, or lounge. Its warm hues—amber, peach, and emerald—pair beautifully with velvet upholstery or gilded accents. Choose a spot with soft lighting to enhance its intricate details; a matte gold frame complements the artwork’s decadence. Ideal for medium-sized walls (the original prints often measure around 20x30 inches), it balances intimacy and statement. Pair it with geometric Art Deco furniture or mirrored surfaces for thematic harmony, or let it contrast against minimalist decor for a bold focal point. Avoid overcrowding the space—let Icart’s storytelling take center stage.
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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.
