Night
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edward Robert Hughes R.W.S.'s Night 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 Robert Hughes’ Night (c. 1910) is a mesmerizing Pre-Raphaelite-inspired masterpiece that embodies ethereal beauty and poetic mysticism. The painting depicts a moonlit allegorical scene in which a draped female figure—possibly personifying Night herself—gently cradles a sleeping child while bathed in a silvery luminescence. Hughes’ meticulous attention to detail, soft yet luminous color palette, and dreamlike composition reflect his adherence to Aesthetic Movement ideals, blending symbolism with technical precision. The work exemplifies Hughes’ role as a bridge between late Pre-Raphaelitism and early 20th-century romanticism, maintaining the movement’s love for medievalism while embracing a more atmospheric approach. Though less widely known than his uncle Arthur Hughes’ works, Night remains significant for its hauntingly tranquil representation of the nocturnal sublime—a theme revisited throughout art history from Renaissance notte paintings to Whistler’s nocturnes.
For interior décor, Night‘s celestial tones make it ideal for creating a serene retreat. Hang a framed giclée print (suggested size 24"x36") above a bedroom chaise or in a meditation space, where its moonlit blues and creams can harmonize with soft linen textiles and weathered silver accents. The painting’s vertical composition pairs elegantly with tall, slender furnishings like Art Nouveau floor lamps or a Gustav Stickley-style bookcase. In studies or libraries, let it anchor a tonal scheme of navy walls and gilt-edged shelves, the stars in the painting echoing crystal desk accessories. Avoid high-traffic areas—its delicate details demand contemplation. For modern spaces, balance its romanticism with clean-lined furniture in dove gray or taupe, letting the artwork’s magic become the focal point without period kitsch. Choose a frame with subtle silver leafing to enhance its lunar glow.
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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.
