Cows Resting On A Hillside
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Arthur Wesley Dow's Cows Resting On A Hillside 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
Arthur Wesley Dow’s Cows Resting On A Hillside (c. 1894) immerses viewers in a serene pastoral moment, where simplified forms and a muted palette evoke timeless tranquility. A masterwork of American tonalism, the painting reflects Dow’s admiration for Japanese woodblock prints — note the flattened perspective, asymmetrical composition, and delicate interplay of light and shadow. Trained in Paris and influenced by Whistler, Dow later became a pivotal figure in the Arts and Crafts Movement, championing harmony between art and craftsmanship. This piece, created during his Ipswich period, exemplifies his "synthetic landscape" approach: nature distilled into essential forms, balancing realism with abstract elegance. As a teacher (Georgia O’Keeffe was among his students), Dow’s theories reshaped American modernism, making this painting both a poetic visual experience and a historical touchstone.
For interior spaces, Cows Resting On A Hillside lends understated sophistication. Its soft greens and earth tones harmonize with organic textures like linen upholstery, oak furniture, or woven rugs — ideal for a study, bedroom, or meditation area seeking calm. A mid-sized frame (e.g., 24x30 inches) allows the composition to breathe without overwhelming; pair it with Mission-style wood frames or matte black floater frames for Arts and Crafts authenticity. In offices, hang it alongside tonalist peers like Dwight Tryon to create a cohesive aesthetic, or contrast it with minimalist ceramics for contemporary duality. The painting’s horizontal format suits low-profile shelving or above a console table, where its contemplative mood can resonate without competing with bold colors or busy patterns.*
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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.
