Union Square 2
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Childe Hassam's Union Square 2 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
Childe Hassam's Union Square 2 (1892) captures the vibrant pulse of late 19th-century New York with luminous Impressionist brushwork. Sunlight dances across umbrellas, carriages, and bustling pedestrians in this urban tableau, where loose, dappled strokes evoke the energy of modernization. As a key figure in American Impressionism, Hassam recorded urban life with a distinctively soft yet dynamic palette—here dominated by warm ochres, creamy whites, and pops of grass-green. Painted during his "Flag Series" period, this work reflects his fascination with civic spaces as microcosms of democracy. The scene's casual grandeur situates it within the transatlantic dialogue between French Impressionism and America's Gilded Age aesthetics, offering a bridge between European traditions and distinctly New World subjects. Today, it’s celebrated as an iconic intersection of urban documentation and poetic light studies—qualities that later influenced Ashcan School realism.
For interiors, Union Square 2 injects historical sophistication into contemporary spaces. Its ideal placement is a well-lit office or living room, where the golden tones harmonize with walnut furniture or brass accents. The 26×32 inch canvas suits medium-sized walls—pair it with minimalist frames in black or gilt to echo its period charm. In modern settings, let it anchor a neutral palette (taupe, ivory) or energize jewel-toned spaces (emerald, sapphire) that pick up its secondary hues. Avoid overcrowding nearby decor; the painting thrives as a focal point alongside streamlined furnishings—think Chesterfield sofas or mid-century credenzas. For offices, its dynamism complements creative workspaces, while its civic theme resonates in law or finance environments. Scale reproductions proportionally: a high-quality giclée print maintains the brushstroke vitality essential to its impact.
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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.
