The Greenwood-Lee Family 1747
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John Greenwood's The Greenwood-Lee Family 1747 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 Greenwood-Lee Family (1747) by John Greenwood is a captivating example of colonial American portraiture, radiating warmth and familial intimacy. Set against a subdued background, the painting depicts the prominent Boston family in elegant yet relaxed poses, their richly textured garments and subtle facial expressions revealing Greenwood's skillful handling of character. As one of the earliest known group portraits in colonial America, it bridges European academic traditions with nascent American artistic identity – its detailed fabrics and framing show Baroque influences, while the informal group dynamic foreshadows later American vernacular styles. Greenwood, primarily a portraitist and later an art dealer, created this work during Boston's artistic awakening, making it a significant document of both social history and the development of American portraiture. The painting's historical importance lies in its rare early depiction of an intergenerational colonial family unit with remarkable psychological depth.
For contemporary display, this work would elevate a traditional study or formal living room with its dignified yet approachable energy. Consider hanging it in a wood-paneled library or above a Georgian-style mantel, where its earthy umber and ochre tones would complement mahogany furniture and brass accents. The portrait's horizontal composition (approximately 40x50 inches) suits above-sofa placement or as a dining room focal point opposite period-appropriate Chippendale chairs. For offices, it confers gravitas in law firms or heritage institutions when paired with burgundy leather furnishings and gilt-framed companions. Modern spaces benefit from dramatic spotlighting to accentuate the figures against neutral walls – Farrow & Ball's "Mouse's Back" would create a gallery-like backdrop. Reproduction prints should be matted in cream with distressed gold frames to maintain its colonial authenticity while allowing the painting's warm palette to harmonize with both antiques and transitional decor.
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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.
