Regina Cordium
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Dante Gabriel Rossetti's Regina Cordium 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
Dante Gabriel Rossetti’s Regina Cordium (Queen of Hearts, 1860) is a mesmerizing Pre-Raphaelite portrait radiating intimacy and symbolic richness. The painting depicts his wife, Elizabeth Siddal, crowned with golden hair and holding a pomegranate—a traditional emblem of fertility and eternity—against a backdrop of intricate floral patterns. Rossetti’s luminous color palette, meticulous detailing, and elongated composition reflect the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood’s rebellion against industrialization, embracing medieval aesthetics and emotional depth. Siddal’s haunting gaze and serene expression evoke both earthly beauty and spiritual transcendence, embodying Rossetti’s ideal of "stunner" muses. This work holds a pivotal place in art history as a prime example of Rossetti’s late-phase portraiture, blending personal devotion with allegory, while bridging Romanticism and Symbolism. Its hypnotic allure lies in its fusion of realism and dreamlike abstraction, making it an enduring icon of Victorian art.
For a striking yet harmonious decor, Regina Cordium thrives in a space balancing elegance and warmth. A dimly lit study or a softly illuminated bedroom amplifies its gilded hues, while a minimalist frame (e.g., slim black or gilt wood) preserves its ornate detail without overwhelming. Pair it with jewel-toned walls—deep emerald or burgundy—to echo its rich pigments, or contrast with neutral linen textures for modern juxtaposition. At 33 x 27 cm, its intimate scale suits eye-level placement above a mantel, desk, or console table, ideally flanked by brass candlesticks or dried botanicals to complement its medieval romanticism. In offices, it inspires creativity when paired with dark wooden furniture and subdued lighting, transforming practical spaces into contemplative retreats. Avoid clutter; let its symbolism and radiant palette command attention as a focal point.
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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.
