Dressing the Christmas Tree
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Betty Maud Christian Fagan's Dressing the Christmas Tree 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
Dressing the Christmas Tree by Betty Maud Christian Fagan (1865-1946) is a heartwarming Edwardian-era painting that captures the nostalgic charm of Christmas preparations. The oil painting depicts an intimate domestic scene: a mother and daughter decorating a candlelit tree, their delicate interactions radiating warmth and familial love. Fagan’s soft, detailed brushwork and muted yet rich color palette—think deep greens, warm golds, and creamy whites—reflect the sentimental realism popular in late 19th-century British genre painting. Though not as widely known as Pre-Raphaelite works, Fagan’s piece holds significance as a window into middle-class Victorian-Edwardian holiday traditions, offering a quieter, more personal counterpoint to grander festive artworks of the period. The play of candlelight against ornaments and fabrics creates a luminous glow, making the scene feel both timeless and deeply nostalgic.
For decorating spaces, this painting’s cozy intimacy makes it ideal for living rooms, libraries, or gentle office settings. Its warm tones pair beautifully with traditional or transitional interiors—think Chesterfield sofas, walnut bookshelves, or muted Georgian wall colors like Farrow & Ball’s Setting Plaster. Frame it in a narrow gilt or oak frame to complement its era, and hang it at eye level near a seating area to invite contemplation. A smaller-to-medium size (e.g., 24x36 inches) ensures detail visibility without overwhelming. Echo its colors with tartan throws, beeswax candles, or evergreen accents, but avoid competing with its focal glow; subtle ambient lighting enhances its candlelit magic. In minimalist spaces, let it serve as a standalone nostalgic anchor, softening modern lines with its tender narrative.
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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.
