Ploughing
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Gunning King's Ploughing 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 tranquil rural scene depicted in Ploughing by Gunning King (1807–1886) radiates pastoral serenity, capturing the timeless rhythm of agricultural life in 19th-century England. Bathed in soft, golden light, the painting portrays farmers guiding their horses across freshly turned earth, while rolling fields and a distant village dissolve into a hazy horizon. King’s meticulous brushwork reflects his academic training and admiration for Dutch Golden Age landscapes, yet his composition retains an intimacy reminiscent of English pastoralists like Constable. Though less renowned than his contemporaries, King’s works offer valuable insights into Victorian rural idealism, bridging Romanticism’s emotional depth with realism’s attention to detail. Ploughing embodies this duality—both a homage to agrarian traditions and a quiet meditation on labor’s harmony with nature.
For interiors, Ploughing’s earthy palette—ochres, moss greens, and muted sky blues—makes it exceptionally versatile. In a study or home library, it would complement traditional wood furnishings and leather accents, its horizontal format (typical of landscapes) balancing vertically oriented bookshelves. Consider framing it in a slender gilt frame to echo its golden undertones, or a weathered oak finish for a rustic-chic office. Pair with warm, textured fabrics like tweed or linen to reinforce its pastoral charm. In modern spaces, let it anchor a neutral wall amid minimalist decor, where its narrative depth adds warmth without overwhelming. Optimal viewing requires moderate lighting—avoid direct glare to preserve the canvas’s subtle gradations. A medium-to-large reproduction (24–36 inches wide) ensures its details shine without dominating smaller rooms.
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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.
