Oberon and the Mermaid, 1853
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Douglas Harvey's Oberon and the Mermaid, 1853 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
Douglas Harvey’s Oberon and the Mermaid (1853) is a mesmerizing Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece that blends romantic mythology with intricate naturalism. The painting captures Shakespearean enchantment through its luminous depiction of Oberon, the fairy king, encountering a solitary mermaid amidst a lush, otherworldly shoreline. Bathed in ethereal light, the scene exudes dreamlike serenity, with meticulous botanical details and jewel-toned hues characteristic of the Brotherhood’s defiance against Victorian industrialism. Harvey, though less prominent than Rossetti or Millais, contributed to the movement’s revival of medievalism and symbolic storytelling. The work’s poetic ambiguity—hovering between desire and melancholy—reflects Pre-Raphaelitism’s fascination with literary themes and emotional depth. Today, it stands as a testament to mid-19th-century British art’s obsession with nature and narrative, bridging Romanticism’s grandeur and the Aesthetic Movement’s decadence.
For interior styling, Oberon and the Mermaid would elevate a space yearning for whimsy and sophistication. Ideal for a study or lounge, its mythical theme pairs beautifully with Gothic-revival furniture or organic textures like aged wood and velvet upholstery. Frame it in an ornate gold or blackened oak moulding to enhance its vintage allure, and position it as a focal point against deep emerald or navy walls to amplify its jewel tones. A medium-to-large size (around 90x120cm) ensures visibility without overwhelming smaller rooms. Complement the palette with bronze accents, botanical prints, or cerulean textiles for harmony. In offices, it inspires creativity—pair with a minimalist desk to balance its richness or display alongside antiquarian books for a scholarly charm. Lighting is key: indirect warm tones will mirror the painting’s glow, avoiding glare on its intricate details.
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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.
