Rainy Day, Union Square
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Bernhard Gutmann's Rainy Day, Union Square 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
Rainy Day, Union Square by Bernbert Gutmann (1872-1936) captures the atmospheric melancholy of early 20th-century urban life with remarkable impressionistic verve. Painted around 1910, the work depicts New York’s Union Square veiled in a shimmering rainstorm, where blurred figures and carriages dissolve into dashes of ochre, slate blue, and pearl gray. Gutmann, a German-American artist influenced by both the Ashcan School and European Impressionism, renders the scene with loose, expressive brushstrokes that evoke the damp chill and hurried energy of the city. Though lesser-known than contemporaries like Childe Hassam, Gutmann’s unique synthesis of American realism and tonal harmony earned his works a place in collections like the Smithsonian. This painting epitomizes his ability to transform mundane urban moments into poetic studies of light and mood, bridging the gap between Gilded Age romanticism and modernist fragmentation.
For interior styling, Rainy Day, Union Square would elevate a transitional or traditional space with its muted yet dynamic palette. Situate it in a study or formal dining room where its contemplative tone can resonate, ideally framed in a thin, gilt-edged frame to complement its vintage charm. The painting’s ideal size (likely around 24x30 inches) suits a focal wall above a modest console or between bookshelves. Pair it with deep navy or charcoal upholstery to draw out its cool undertones, or contrast its rain-soaked haze with warm brass accents and rich walnut furniture. In offices, it injects sophistication without overwhelming—position it near a leather armchair or modern task lamp to balance its impressionistic softness with structured decor. Avoid overly bright or minimalist settings; this piece thrives where texture and layered lighting echo its atmospheric depth.
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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.
