The Assumption
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Tiziano Vecellio (Titian)'s The Assumption 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 Assumption of the Virgin by Titian is a breathtaking masterwork that revolutionized Venetian painting with its explosive spiritual energy and unprecedented chromatic brilliance. Created between 1516-1518 for the high altar of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, this monumental altarpiece (over 22 feet tall) shatters medieval conventions with its dynamic tripartite composition - earthly apostles reaching upward, the radiant Virgin ascending in a whirl of drapery, and God the Father bending down in golden light. The swirling reds of Mary's cloak against celestial blues create electric visual tension, while the muscular figures demonstrate Titian's revolutionary blend of Giorgione's poetic atmosphere with Michelangelo's sculptural power. As the first major work of Titian's mature period, it established his reputation as Venice's preeminent painter and influenced generations of Baroque artists with its theatrical emotionality and masterful oil technique that made pigments appear to glow from within.
For contemporary interiors, The Assumption's rich color scheme offers sophisticated decorating possibilities. In a high-ceilinged entryway or formal sitting room, a museum-quality reproduction (scaled to approximately 40×20 inches for residential spaces) would command attention while harmonizing with jewel-toned furnishings - consider deep sapphire velvet sofas or saffron silk drapes to echo the painting's divine palette. The golden light radiating from the composition pairs exquisitely with brass or gilt accents in lighting fixtures and mirror frames. In professional environments, a framed detail showing the apostles' dramatic gestures could energize a creative workspace when paired with mid-century modern furniture's clean lines. For proper visual balance, allow at least three feet of clear wall space around smaller reproductions, while full-scale digital recreations (perfect for luxury hotel lobbies) require dramatically lit alcoves to approximate the Frari Basilica's sacred context.
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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.
