The Pulitzer Fountain On The Grand Army Plaza, New York
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Henry Ives Cobb's The Pulitzer Fountain On The Grand Army Plaza, New York 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 Pulitzer Fountain on the Grand Army Plaza, painted by Henry Ives Cobb, captures the grandeur of Gilded Age New York with exquisite precision. This magnificent work portrays the iconic Beaux-Arts fountain—designed by Carrère & Hastings and crowned by Karl Bitter’s Pomona statue—amidst the energy of Manhattan’s civic heart. Cobb’s architectural training shines through in his meticulous rendering of the plaza’s neoclassical symmetry and the fountain’s ornate details, while impressionistic brushstrokes convey the shimmer of water and fleeting urban light. As both an architectural record and impressionist cityscape, it occupies a unique place in American art history, bridging the documentary precision of the Hudson River School with emerging modernist sensibilities. The painting preserves an era when New York’s public spaces became theatrical showcases of wealth and civic pride.
For interiors, this artwork demands a setting worthy of its stature. Ideally displayed in formal spaces like a wood-paneled study or corporate lobby, its 36x48" dimensions require a commanding wall between windows or above a Chesterfield sofa. Frame it in a gilded Arts & Crafts molding to echo the fountain’s bronze patina, with matte navy walls letting the painting’s blue-green water tones resonate. In offices, pair it with tailored neoclassical furniture—perhaps a Saarinen tulip table—to balance its Beaux-Arts gravitas with mid-century elegance. The composition’s verticality complements high ceilings, while its silver-gray skies harmonize with Carrara marble accents. For residential spaces, position ambient lighting to mimic the painting’s luminous quality, creating a focal point that transforms any room into a sophisticated urban salon.
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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.
