The Drinking Pool (three women at water)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edward Mitchell Bannister's The Drinking Pool (three women at water) 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 Mitchell Bannister’s The Drinking Pool (Three Women at Water) is a serene pastoral scene radiating quiet dignity. Painted in 1887 by one of the first successful African American artists, the work exemplifies Bannister’s mastery of tonalism—a subdued, atmospheric style that captures fleeting light and poetic stillness. The composition depicts three Black women gathering by a pool, their figures harmoniously blending with the softly rendered landscape of dappled trees and reflective water. While rooted in Hudson River School traditions, Bannister’s nuanced treatment of Black subjects—rare for 19th-century American art—adds cultural significance. The painting’s muted greens, earthy browns, and delicate luminosity evoke contemplation, offering a counterpoint to the era’s grand narratives. Today, it stands as a testament to Bannister’s quiet defiance of racial barriers and his contribution to American landscape painting.
For interiors, The Drinking Pool lends understated elegance to spaces designed for reflection—a study, bedroom, or calming office corner. Its earthy palette pairs beautifully with organic textures like linen upholstery, woven rugs, or walnut wood tones. Choose a moderately sized frame (the original is 18 × 24 inches) in a slim, weathered gold or matte black finish to complement its tonal softness. Hang it at eye level near natural light to echo the painting’s luminous quality, or create a tonalist vignette by grouping it with smaller landscapes or abstract works in analogous hues. In minimalist settings, let it anchor the room; in traditional spaces, juxtapose it with rustic ceramics or bronze accents for tactile depth. The scene’s tranquil energy makes it ideal for balancing modern, high-contrast furniture or softening rigid corporate environments.
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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.
