Following the acclaim and controversy of his iconic 1875 version, Gustave Caillebotte produced this refined 1876 variant of The Parquet Planers (Les raboteurs de parquet), continuing his groundbreaking exploration of the urban working class. Depicting floor craftsmen at work in a light-filled Parisian apartment, Caillebotte blends Realist focus with Impressionist light effects. The composition emphasizes strong linear perspective, raw wood textures, and the interplay of sunlight streaming through classical windows, honoring the dignity of physical labor.
Studio Craftsmanship & Quality Highlights
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100% Hand-Painted Authenticity: Rendered entirely by hand using multi-layered traditional oil painting methods to recreate Caillebotte’s smooth finish, crisp architectural lines, and subtle light gradations.
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Archival Grade Materials: Crafted on premium linen-cotton canvas using artist-grade oil paints that maintain color intensity and resist yellowing over time.
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Texture & Lighting Fidelity: Meticulously captures the warm grain of peeled wood, curling wood shavings, and delicate window reflections.
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Proportional Accuracy: Rendered strictly to the $80 \times 100\text{ cm}$ aspect ratio, providing balanced visual elegance for versatile interior hanging.
Recommended Space Placement
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Residential Interiors: Ideal above living room sideboards, study room desks, hallway feature walls, and contemporary loft spaces.
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Commercial & Office Environments: An excellent addition to architectural practices, woodworking design studios, corporate meeting rooms, and executive lounges.
5. Product Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Artwork Title | The Parquet Planers (Les raboteurs de parquet) |
| Original Artist | Gustave Caillebotte |
| Original Year | 1876 |
| Art Style & Genre | Impressionism / Realist Genre Painting |
| Production Method | 100% Hand-Painted Reproduction |
| Medium | Professional Oil on Archival Canvas |
| Dimensions | $80 \times 100\text{ cm}$ ($31.5 \times 39.4\text{ in.}$) |
| Original Location | Private Collection |
| Shipping Format | Rolled in heavy-duty tube or gallery-wrapped wooden frame |







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