''up A Tree'' And ''breaking Cover
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of George Hand Wright's ''up A Tree'' And ''breaking Cover 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 vivid watercolor "Up a Tree" and the dynamic sketch "Breaking Cover" by George Hand Wright transport viewers into the early 20th-century American countryside with remarkable vitality. Created circa 1915-1920 during Wright's tenure as illustrator for Harper's Magazine, these works exemplify his signature style - loose brushstrokes conveying movement, earthy palettes capturing natural light, and narrative compositions blending humor with keen observation. Wright's illustrations occupy a unique niche in American art history, bridging Winslow Homer's naturalism and Norman Rockwell's storytelling. The playful "Up a Tree" depicts youthful adventure with tilted perspectives that heighten the climbing sensation, while "Breaking Cover" freezes a hunter's tense moment through energetic linework. Together, they represent golden-era illustration's transition from Victorian formalism to Modernist spontaneity, preserving vernacular American experiences before photography dominated visual storytelling.
For contemporary spaces, these Wright pieces offer exceptional decorative versatility. Their warm ochres and forest greens harmonize beautifully with mid-century modern furnishings or rustic cabin aesthetics. Consider pairing "Up a Tree" with leather club chairs in a home library to create nostalgic charm, or float-framing "Breaking Cover" in a walnut frame for a masculine office accent wall. The horizontal "Breaking Cover" (likely 16×24 inches) complements sofa groupings, while the vertical "Up a Tree" (approximately 22×15 inches) elevates narrow entryways. For color continuity, pull the artworks' burnt sienna tones into throw pillows or area rugs. In minimalist settings, the pieces add organic texture without overwhelming; in traditional spaces, they provide folksy counterpoints to formal furniture. Their relatively compact sizes make them ideal for creating gallery walls with other American illustration classics. Position them at eye level near natural light sources to best appreciate Wright's luminous watercolor techniques.
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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.



















