Channel the wisdom of antiquity with a hand-painted reproduction of The Philosopher by Jacques-Louis David, created circa 1780. This intense and introspective portrait, also known as Le Philosophe, captures an aged, bearded man gesturing in thought, possibly representing a classical Greek thinker or a symbolic figure of Enlightenment intellect.

Painted during a period when David was refining his Neoclassical style, this work blends emotional realism with dramatic lighting. The philosopher’s weathered face, furrowed brow, and expressive hand speak volumes about contemplation, conviction, and timeless inquiry. Unlike David’s grand historical canvases, this intimate portrait reveals a raw, human dimension often overshadowed by his more theatrical compositions.

The original oil painting is part of the Musée Fabre collection in Montpellier, France, and measures 64 cm × 53 cm(approx. 25.2 in × 20.9 in). At Blue Surf Art, we create 100% hand-painted reproductions on fine canvas, made to order by skilled artists. Each detail—from skin tone to fabric folds—is faithfully recreated. A final image of the artwork is sent for your approval before shipment. Available in various sizes with worldwide delivery.

Add a profound expression of intellect and character to your space with this museum-grade reproduction.

•  100% Hand painted art:

  Reproduction size: Various Sizes Available
  
  Medium: Oil Painting on Canvas
  Artist:  Jacques-Louis David
  Delivery Time: 14-21 days
  Item #:  R-JLD-014
  Ancient Philosopher by Jacques-Louis David can be reproduced with the same emotions of the original masterpiece. In our in-house studio artists carefully recreate the painting detail-by-detail, colour-by-colour to near perfection.

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  With natural texture, vibrancy, and a sense of luxury a real oil painting makes a great original focal point in any environment. Created with the highest quality materials oil paintings will not only look superior to any print, they will also last longer.

  
• Hanging your painting:

  Oil painting reproductions are dispatched un-stretched and un-framed. They come with plenty of excess canvas so they can be easily framed or stretched.

  The most common way is to stretch your painting over wooden stretcher bars. The images below illustrate two ways this could be done with blank canvas sides or with painted sides.

  

  You can either get your painting stretched or framed at a local framing store or stretch it yourself easily and cheaply by doing it yourself following our online guide.

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•  FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING For a limited period only:

  Reproductions take 14-21 days from payment until delivery.

  We ship via UPS, Fedex, Thailand Post or EMS courier (dependant on the destination). Paintings are carefully rolled before being packed into courier approved packaging.

  Paintings are sent with full insurance against loss or damage in transit. In the event of damage or loss in transit, we will replace your painting.

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•  100% Satisfaction Guarantee:

  We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If you're not happy, neither are we.

  Blue Surf Art is building its reputation and we strictly only use the highest quality materials and most skilled artists. Each work of art that leaves our studio is checked thoroughly to ensure it meets the high standards that we set ourselves.

  Each painting Blue Surf Art offers is hand painted; there will be slight variations in each piece such as brush strokes and coloring. Most differences are not noticeable and the originality of each piece should only add value to the work of art. In the unlikely event that you are not happy with the painting you receive we will repaint the painting or issue a replacement and ensure you are completely satisfied with the painting.

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