A Mid Day Rest

Bring the timeless beauty of John Emms's A Mid Day Rest 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.

John Emms’ A Mid Day Rest transports viewers to a tranquil English countryside scene, showcasing the artist’s mastery in capturing canine subjects within pastoral settings. Painted in the late 19th century, this oil painting depicts a weary hunting dog resting beneath a sun-dappled tree, its muscular form rendered with remarkable anatomical precision while exuding quiet dignity. Emms, a prominent Victorian animalier, excelled in combining academic draftsmanship with loose, impressionistic brushwork—particularly evident in the treatment of foliage and light filtering through leaves. The work exemplifies the golden age of British sporting art, where artists elevated animal portraiture beyond mere documentation into emotive narratives. Its historical significance lies in bridging traditional hunting scenes with a more intimate, observational approach that would influence later animal painters. The subdued earth tones and naturalistic composition reflect the period’s growing fascination with rural idylls amidst industrialization, making it a valuable document of Victorian-era aesthetic values and human-animal relationships.

For contemporary interiors, A Mid Day Rest makes an exceptional decorative focal point in studies, libraries, or country-style living rooms. Its ideal placement would be against warm oak paneling or sage green walls that complement the painting’s earthy palette. Consider pairing it with leather Chesterfield furniture and brass accent lamps to enhance its traditional charm, or create subtle contrast by hanging it above streamlined mid-century cabinets for eclectic sophistication. A medium size (approximately 24×36 inches) would allow appreciation of Emms’ intricate brushwork while maintaining domestic proportions. In office spaces, position it adjacent to mahogany bookshelves or above a partners desk to evoke cultivated refinement—the dog’s disciplined restfulness subtly reinforces professional focus. For color continuity, introduce forest green velvet cushions or amber glass decanters that echo the painting’s autumnal tones. Horizontal display works particularly well above fireplaces or console tables to mirror the composition’s tranquil lateral movement.

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.

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.