Sarah Purser Taking Tea
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John Butler Yeats's Sarah Purser Taking 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
Sarah Purser Taking Tea by John Butler Yeats captures an intimate moment of quiet reflection, portraying the famed Irish artist Sarah Purser seated at a tea table with delicate china, her gaze thoughtful yet distant. Painted circa 1900–1910, Yeats employs loose, expressive brushstrokes characteristic of his Post-Impressionist influences, infusing warmth through soft amber tones that envelop Purser’s contemplative figure. The composition balances domestic coziness with artistic gravitas—fitting for Purser, a pivotal figure in Ireland’s Arts and Crafts Movement and founder of An Túr Gloine stained-glass studio. Though less celebrated than portraits by his son W.B. Yeats or contemporaries like Orpen, J.B. Yeats’ work here exemplifies his psychological depth and transitional role in Irish art, bridging Victorian formalism and modernist spontaneity. The painting’s historical significance lies in its portrayal of Purser’s cultural influence, rendered with affectionate candor by a peer.
For interiors, this work thrives in a curated traditional or arts-oriented space. A dimly lit study or lounge with Edwardian-inspired furniture—rich woods, tufted chairs—would amplify its vintage charm. Frame it in a slender gilt or oak frame to complement the warm palette, avoiding ornate carvings that might compete with Yeats’ fluid lines. Ideal dimensions (likely ~50x60cm) suit medium-sized walls above sideboards or between bookshelves, where its muted creams and golds can harmonize with earthy textiles or stained-glass accents nodding to Purser’s legacy. In offices, pair it with deep green walls or mahogany desks to evoke early 20th-century salons where such conversations occurred. Offset its intimate scale by grouping it with smaller sketches or Celtic Revival ceramics for layered storytelling.
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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.
