The Old Faun, 1912
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Santiago Rusinol i Prats's The Old Faun, 1912 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 Old Faun (1912) by Santiago Rusiñol i Prats is a mesmerizing Symbolist painting that transports viewers to a realm of myth and melancholy. Bathed in the soft, golden light characteristic of Rusiñol's mature period, the work depicts an aging faun—a mythical woodland creature—lost in contemplation amidst twilight foliage. The artist's masterful brushwork, blending Catalan modernisme with French Impressionist influences, creates a poetic harmony between realism and fantasy. Painted during Rusiñol's "Jardins d'Espanya" phase (1903-1916), it exemplifies his fascination with symbolic landscapes and allegorical figures. As a cornerstone of Spanish Post-Impressionism, this work holds particular significance for its fusion of Mediterranean light treatment with northern European Symbolist themes, bridging fin-de-siècle aesthetics with emerging modernist sensibilities. The thoughtful faun's expressive solitude reflects Rusiñol's own philosophical preoccupations during this creatively fertile period.
For interior spaces seeking refined bohemian elegance, The Old Faun makes a striking statement piece. Its 89 x 116 cm dimensions suit above mantels or as a focal point in study libraries, where the painting's warm ochres and muted greens complement walnut furnishings or sage-toned walls. Consider pairing it with wrought iron fixtures and textured linen drapery to enhance its rustic yet sophisticated charm. In contemporary offices, the artwork's mythic theme sparks creative energy—position it opposite large windows to allow natural light to animate its swirling brushstrokes. Smaller giclée reproductions (approximately 60x75cm) work beautifully in arched alcoves or as part of curated gallery walls featuring other symbolist works. The composition's vertical greenery integrates seamlessly with indoor plants, while its golden tones create warmth against concrete or dark wood surfaces—ideal for balancing modern minimalist spaces with artistic 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.
