Sunday, Drying Their Hair On The Roof
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John Sloan's Sunday, Drying Their Hair On The Roof 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
John Sloan’s Sunday, Women Drying Their Hair on the Roof (1912) vividly captures a slice of early 20th-century urban life with warmth and humanity. The painting, part of the Ashcan School movement, depicts working-class women on a New York rooftop, their relaxed postures and flowing hair animated by dappled sunlight. Sloan’s loose brushwork and earthy palette—ochres, blues, and warm grays—convey both the grit and vitality of city living, while the asymmetrical composition echoes the spontaneity of a snapshot. This work exemplifies the Ashcan artists’ focus on everyday realism, rejecting idealized subjects in favor of authentic, often overlooked moments. Historically, it bridges American Impressionism and modern urban realism, reflecting Sloan’s socialist leanings and fascination with ordinary people’s resilience. Today, it’s celebrated as a nuanced portrait of women’s private rituals in public spaces.
For a modern space, this painting would harmonize beautifully in a sunlit living room or a cozy study. Its warm tones pair well with mid-century wood furniture or industrial accents like exposed brick, while the rooftop theme complements urban loft aesthetics. Choose a wall with indirect natural light to echo the painting’s luminosity, and opt for a medium-large frame (around 24x30 inches) to balance detail visibility without overwhelming. To extend its palette, add navy or mustard textiles—a throw pillow or rug—to amplify the blues and ochers. In an office, it adds warmth and a subtle feminist tone; pair it with sleek black shelves or a green plant for contrast. Sloan’s work thrives in spaces celebrating authenticity, making it ideal for creatives or those drawn to historical narratives.
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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.
