The Crown Of Glory
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Evelyn de Morgan's The Crown Of Glory 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 Crown of Glory by Evelyn de Morgan (1905) envelops viewers in a luminous dreamscape where spirituality and pre-Raphaelite symbolism converge. Against an iridescent celestial backdrop, descending angels gently lower a crown onto a kneeling figure—likely representing the soul's transcendence—clad in flowing white robes that dissolve into golden halos. The ethereal composition showcases de Morgan's mastery of allegory, blending Renaissance-inspired drapery with Art Nouveau's sinuous lines. Created during her late career peak, this work exemplifies her feminist reinterpretation of religious motifs, contrasting Dante Gabriel Rossetti's femme fatales with serene celestial femininity. Its vertical composition and Byzantine-style gilding reflect the artist's study of Italian frescoes, while the phosphorescent palette—pearly blues melting into chrysoprase greens—reveals her scientific fascination with light refraction, a rarity among Victorian symbolists. As part of the De Morgan Foundation's collection, this painting bridges late Pre-Raphaelitism and early mystical modernism.
For interiors, The Crown of Glory demands contemplative placement—ideal above a mantelpiece in a study or corporate lounge where its verticality (original approx. 120x60cm) can harmonize with high ceilings. Choose frames in burnished bronze or ebonized oak with subtle foliate carvings to echo its gilded details. Surrounding walls should lean into its otherworldly palette: Farrow & Ball's "Parma Gray" for a celestial contrast or deep teal like "Hague Blue" to intensify the golden accents. In minimalist spaces, display it as a singular statement alongside curvaceous Art Nouveau furnishings; for maximalist settings, pair with William Morris textiles in pomegranate motifs. The artwork's spiritual tranquility makes it particularly powerful in wellness spaces—consider backlit reproduction panels for spa reception areas, sized at 2/3 scale to maintain intimacy. Complement with diffused amber lighting (2700K) to replicate its transcendental glow during evening hours.
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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.
