A Japanese Tea Party
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edward Atkinson Hornel's A Japanese Tea Party 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
Edward Atkinson Hornel’s A Japanese Tea Party (1894) is a mesmerizing celebration of Japonisme, a late 19th-century European fascination with Japanese aesthetics. The painting immerses viewers in an intricately detailed scene—soft-hued kimono fabrics cascade around graceful figures engaged in a tranquil tea ceremony, framed by lush foliage and delicate porcelain. Hornel’s signature Glasgow Style blends Art Nouveau’s flowing lines with vivid yet harmonious colors, reflecting his Scottish upbringing and admiration for Japanese woodblock prints. As a key figure in the Glasgow Boys movement, Hornel bridged Western realism and Eastern decorative arts, making this work a testament to cross-cultural artistic exchange. Its historical significance lies in encapsulating the era’s Orientalist trends while showcasing Hornel’s mastery of texture and pattern. Today, it remains a cherished example of how Victorian artists reimagined Eastern traditions through a Western lens.
For decorators, A Japanese Tea Party offers versatile inspiration. Its serene palette—think muted greens, blush pinks, and earthy neutrals—suits spaces aiming for calm sophistication, such as a minimalist living room or a spa-like office. A large-scale reproduction (around 36”x24”) would anchor a focal wall, ideally paired with sleek wooden furniture or bamboo accents to echo its organic motifs. In eclectic interiors, balance its ornate details with clean-lined decor; try hanging it beside a mid-century credenza or a single statement bonsai. The painting’s gold and amber tones harmonize with warm metallics or washi paper lamps, while its vertical composition lends elegance to narrow alcoves. For cohesion, pull colors from the artwork into throw pillows or a low tea table, creating a curated, gallery-like vignette that honors Hornel’s East-meets-West vision.
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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.
