Portrait Of A Woman
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Charles Willson Peale's Portrait Of A Woman 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
Charles Willson Peale’s Portrait of a Woman (1786) exemplifies the refined elegance and psychological depth of post-Revolutionary American portraiture. The sitter, often identified as Elizabeth Lloyd Cadwalader, is portrayed with restrained grace—her direct gaze and subtly parted lips suggest quiet confidence, while Peale’s meticulous brushwork renders lace cuffs and silk gown textures with palpable realism. Bathed in soft chiaroscuro, the painting balances European Rococo influences (peaks in pastel tones and delicate detailing) with Peale’s distinctly democratic approach, marking a pivotal moment when American artists asserted their identity post-colonial dependence. As a founder of the Philadelphia Museum and painter of over 60 Revolutionary-era figures, Peale cemented this work’s significance as both artistic achievement and historical document—bridging intimacy and legacy.
For display, this portrait commands attention in a traditional study or boardroom where its subdued earth-and-ivory palette harmonizes with mahogany furniture and brass accents. Ideal above a mantel or credenza (its typical 30×25 inch scale suits medium-sized walls), the painting’s muted blues and pinks pair elegantly with bergère chairs upholstered in sage velvet or faded Aubusson rugs. In modern spaces, juxtapose it against slate-gray walls for contrast, ensuring directional lighting (warm 2700K spots at 30-degree angles) enhances Peale’s volumetric modeling. Smaller reproduction prints could anchor a salon-style gallery wall alongside Federal-era mirrors or botanical engravings—maintaining historical cohesion while allowing the subject’s quiet authority to resonate.
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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.
