The Plough Night
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Nikolai Astrup's The Plough 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
Nikolai Astrup's The Plough Night (c. 1916) is a mesmerizing ode to Norway’s rural mysticism, blending folkloric reverence with expressive post-impressionist brushwork. The painting captures a moonlit spring night where farmers plow darkened fields beneath an ethereal sky, the scene suffused with an almost primal energy. Astrup, deeply inspired by his native Jølster landscape, merges earthy realism with dreamlike symbolism—glowing embers and twisted tree forms evoke both the cyclical rhythms of nature and Norse mythological undertones. His unique style, oscillating between decorative tension and raw emotionality, positions him as a bridge between national Romanticism and early modernism. Though less internationally known than his contemporary Edvard Munch, Astrup’s works are celebrated for their idiosyncratic synthesis of local tradition and avant-garde experimentation. The Plough Night exemplifies this duality, its luminous contrasts and rhythmic composition making it a standout in early 20th-century Nordic art.
For interior settings, The Plough Night lends depth and narrative to spaces craving organic warmth. In a study or home library, its nocturnal palette of deep blues and ochres harmonizes with walnut wood furnishings and textured wool throws, while the painting’s implied movement (swirling skies, diagonal plow lines) energizes static layouts. Opt for a medium-to-large scale (original dimensions approx. 89x111cm) above a leather sofa or oak desk to balance its detailed composition. In modern offices, frame it in a slender black oak border to sharpen its rustic vibrancy against minimalist walls; pair with muted sage greens or terracotta accents to echo its agrarian tones. Avoid overcrowding—the work thrives as a focal point beside sculptural ceramics or a single Art Nouveau lamp. Its dreamy luminescence also complements candlelit dining nooks, subtly reinforcing themes of labor and renewal in communal spaces.
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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.
