Ta Matete Aka The Market
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Paul Gauguin's Ta Matete Aka The Market 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
Paul Gauguin's Ta Matete (The Market) transports viewers to an exotic marketplace brimming with quiet intensity. Painted in 1892 during Gauguin's first stay in Tahiti, this oil-on-canvas masterpiece depicts Tahitian women seated in a row, their hieratic poses echoing Egyptian friezes yet infused with Polynesian serenity. The composition flattens perspective in signature Post-Impressionist style, employing bold outlines and unnatural jewel-toned colors—ochre yellows, verdant greens, and deep reds—to translate reality into symbolic form. Though initially misunderstood by European audiences, the work exemplifies Gauguin's revolutionary "primitivist" approach that sought spiritual purity through non-Western subjects. Today, it holds seminal importance as a bridge between traditional representation and modern abstraction, influencing Fauvism and Expressionism while challenging colonial-era exoticism through its dignified portrayal of indigenous culture.
For interiors seeking sophisticated global flair, Ta Matete makes a compelling statement piece. Its 73 × 92 cm dimensions suit prominent placement above a mid-century modern sofa or a minimalist console, where the horizontal composition can harmonize with linear furniture. Frame it in a slender ebony or gold-leaf molding to complement the painting’s warm palette. In offices, hang it opposite expansive windows—the daylight enhances Gauguin’s luminous colors, while the tranquil scene counters workday stress. Pair with rattan chairs, indigo-dyed textiles, or potted Monstera plants to amplify the tropical mystique without overwhelming spaces. Avoid competing bright artworks nearby; instead, let adjacent walls showcase neutral-toned ceramics or woven baskets that subtly mirror the painting’s organic textures. Whether in a bohemian living room or a CEO’s walnut-paneled office, this Gauguin invites contemplation while asserting cultured worldliness.
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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.
