Glare of Night
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Oscar Bluemner's Glare of 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
"Glare of Night" by Oscar Bluemner is a mesmerizing example of early 20th-century American Modernism, radiating an almost surreal luminosity. Painted in 1929, this oil on canvas captures Bluemner’s signature fusion of geometric abstraction and emotive color theory, where stark architectural forms and vivid, unnatural hues—deep blues, fiery oranges, and ghostly whites—collide to evoke the eerie quiet of nocturnal urban spaces. A German immigrant influenced by both European Expressionism and American Precisionism, Bluemner imbued the work with a haunting, dreamlike quality, balancing stark realism with psychological intensity. Though lesser-known than contemporaries like Georgia O’Keeffe, Bluemner’s contributions to modernist landscapes are pivotal, particularly his explorations of color as emotional shorthand. "Glare of Night" exemplifies this, transforming a mundane streetscape into a visceral encounter with isolation and modernity.
For interior styling, "Glare of Night" thrives in spaces that embrace bold contrasts and modernist flair. A large-scale reproduction (ideally 24"x36" or larger) would anchor a minimalist office or mid-century living room, its dramatic hues pairing elegantly with walnut wood tones or matte-black furniture. The painting’s cool blues and warm oranges invite color echoes: try burnt sienna throw pillows, indigo rugs, or a statement lamp in brushed brass to amplify its glow. Lean into geometric decor—angular bookcases, hexagonal shelving—to mirror Bluemner’s architectural lines. Avoid cluttering the walls; let it dominate as a focal point above a sleek console or desk. In dimly lit rooms, directional lighting (like a focused picture light) intensifies its "glare," while daylight reveals its subtler layers—perfect for creative spaces craving energy and depth.
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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.
