Picking Water Lilies
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edward Atkinson Hornel's Picking Water Lilies 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 Picking Water Lilies (1893) is a captivating example of the Glasgow School’s synthesis of Japonisme, Symbolism, and Celtic revival. Bathed in golden light, the painting depicts two young girls delicately gathering blossoms amid dense foliage, their flowing dresses merging with the lush surroundings. Hornel’s meticulous brushwork and flattened perspective reveal Japanese woodblock influences, while the dreamlike quality and decorative patterning align with the Aesthetic Movement. Collaborating with George Henry in the 1890s, Hornel pioneered this distinctive style—bridging Pre-Raphaelite detail with Art Nouveau's organic forms. The work exemplifies Scotland’s contribution to late 19th-century European art, standing as a lyrical ode to nature’s harmony. Its gilded tonal palette and intimate scale (typical of Hornel’s 50x40cm panels) create jewel-like radiance, earning acclaim for transcending mere realism to evoke poetic nostalgia.
For interior styling, Picking Water Lilies thrives in spaces embracing organic elegance. Hang it against sage green or terracotta walls to amplify its autumnal hues, ideally in a study or boudoir where its intricate details can be admired at close range. Pair with Arts & Crafts oak furniture or Tiffany lamps to echo its handcrafted ethos, while sheer linen drapes will soften incoming light to match the painting’s diffused glow. In offices, balance its romanticism with structured elements—a gilt-edged desk or ceramic vases in cobalt blue for contrast. Opt for a vintage brass frame to honor its era, and position it at eye level beside botanical prints by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for a cohesive Glasgow School vignette. Its intimate scale suits narrow walls or alcoves, creating a focal point without overwhelming minimalist spaces.
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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.
