Woman with a Parrot - Gustave Courbet
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Description
Gustave Courbet's 'Woman with a Parrot' is a provocative and sensual Realist painting of a reclining nude with a vibrant parrot. A captivating and historically significant piece for any art lover.
Gustave Courbet's 'Woman with a Parrot', painted in 1866, exemplifies the Realist movement's focus on depicting subjects without idealisation. This provocative painting features a reclining nude woman, her gaze averted, with a vibrant parrot perched delicately on her outstretched hand. The composition is carefully arranged, with the woman's body draped across a rumpled white sheet, set against a dark, ambiguous background. Courbet's masterful use of light and shadow accentuates the curves of the figure, while the parrot adds a touch of exoticism and visual interest. Courbet challenged the academic conventions of his time by portraying the female form with unflinching honesty. 'Woman with a Parrot' caused considerable controversy when it was first exhibited, due to its frank depiction of nudity and its departure from traditional allegorical or mythological themes. Today, it is celebrated as a groundbreaking work that paved the way for future generations of artists. As a fine art print, this painting brings a touch of bohemian elegance and artistic rebellion to any interior. Its rich colours and sensual subject matter make it a captivating focal point for a living room, bedroom, or study. The work's historical significance and artistic merit ensure that it will be a conversation starter and a cherished addition to any art collection.
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Because every print is made to order, we don't offer change-of-mind returns, refunds or exchanges. If your order arrives faulty, damaged or incorrect, we'll replace it free of charge — just contact us within 48 hours of delivery. EU customers have a 14-day cooling-off right. See our refunds page for full details.
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Manufacturing
Each print is produced to order using 12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified archival paper. Designed in Britain and printed at your nearest production hub to reduce waste and speed up delivery.
Woman with a Parrot - Gustave Courbet
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Specific Features
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Choose poster, framed print, canvas or framed canvas
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
Care & Cleaning
To keep your artwork looking its best:
- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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Artist Biography
Gustave Courbet
Courbet's most famous works, such as 'The Stone Breakers' (destroyed during WWII) and 'Burial at Ornans', were not merely paintings; they were manifestos. He elevated the everyday to the monumental, forcing viewers to confront the lives of ordinary people with the same seriousness previously reserved for gods and heroes. His nudes, like 'The Bathers', scandalised Parisian society, not for their nudity, but for their unapologetic lack of idealisation. They were real women, with real bodies, a stark contrast to the airbrushed fantasies of academic art.
Though controversial in his time, Courbet's influence is undeniable. He paved the way for future generations of artists to break free from tradition and embrace the world around them. Owning a Courbet print is more than just acquiring a beautiful image; it's a declaration of independence, a celebration of the real, and a nod to the artist who dared to paint the world as it truly was.
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