Five O'clock Tea
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Hayllar Edith's Five O'clock Tea 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 painting Five O'clock Tea by British artist Edith Hayllar (1860–1948) captures an intimate Victorian domestic scene suffused with warmth and quiet elegance. Completed in 1887 during the height of the British genre painting movement, the work exemplifies Hayllar's meticulous attention to detail and her ability to render textures—from the delicate lace of a woman's sleeve to the gleam of porcelain tea cups. Set in a sunlit drawing room, the composition centers on a group of women engaged in afternoon tea, their postures and expressions subtly conveying genteel socialization. As one of Hayllar's most celebrated works, it reflects the 19th-century fascination with idealized interiors and feminine spaces, aligning with contemporaries like Tissot and Frith. Though less radical than Pre-Raphaelite works, Hayllar's technical precision and narrative charm secured her place in British art history as a master chronicler of upper-middle-class life.
For interior styling, this painting would harmonize beautifully in a traditional or transitional space with antique wood furnishings and soft, neutral backdrops. Hang it above a console table in a dining nook or parlor to echo its tea-time theme—paired with a vintage silver tea set and fresh florals for a cohesive vignette. The artwork’s rich earthy tones (creamy whites, walnut browns, and muted reds) complement warm color schemes, while its modest size (typical of Hayllar’s works at around 24x30 inches) suits intimate walls rather than expansive ones. In offices, position it near seating areas to evoke conviviality; gilt frames enhance its period charm, but slim contemporary frames could bridge classic and modern aesthetics. Layer textiles like damask or linen nearby to mirror the painting's tactile luxury without overwhelming the space.
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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.
