The Long Border, Doddington Hall, Nether Stowey, Somerset
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ernest Arthur Rowe's The Long Border, Doddington Hall, Nether Stowey, Somerset 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
The Long Border, Doddington Hall by Ernest Arthur Rowe captures the quintessential charm of an Edwardian country garden in full bloom. Painted circa 1905, this watercolor masterpiece showcases Rowe’s signature botanical precision blended with atmospheric impressionism – a technique that positioned him as a bridge between Victorian scientific illustration and emerging modern garden painting. Set within the historic grounds of Doddington Hall in Somerset, the composition bursts with rhythmic floral crescendos, where delphiniums, roses and lupins appear to sway in an invisible breeze. Rowe’s distinctive handling of light – filtering through foliage in pearlescent washes – creates a living tapestry that elevated English garden painting to fine art status. This work particularly exemplifies the Arts and Crafts movement’s celebration of nature’s organic patterns, while foreshadowing the chromatic boldness of post-impressionism.
For interior spaces seeking timeless elegance, this artwork commands attention in transitional-style rooms where traditional meets contemporary. Its 22×15 inch dimensions make it ideal for entryway consoles or above escritoire desks, matched with Georgian-style frames in distressed gold leaf. The painting’s vivid floral palette – sapphire blues and raspberry pinks – invites strategic color-blocking with Farrow & Ball’s "Parma Gray" walls or Schumacher’s chintz fabrics. In minimalist offices, it provides necessary visual warmth when paired with walnut mid-century furniture. Consider displaying as part of a salon-style art wall alongside other New English Art Club pieces, maintaining 3-4 inches between frames for proper visual breathing room. The work’s vertical format beautifully counterbalances horizontal furnishings like Chesterfield sofas, while its intricate detailing rewards close viewing in intimate seating areas.
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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.
