The End Of The Day
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Joseph Farquharson's The End Of The Day 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 End of the Day" by Joseph Farquharson (1846-1935) is a breathtaking example of Victorian-era Scottish landscape painting that captures the serene melancholy of winter twilight. Known as the "Painter of the Frozen North," Farquharson masterfully depicts exhausted sheep huddling beside weathered trees as the last amber glow of sunset paints the snow-covered fields in warm hues, creating poetic tension between warmth and cold. Completed around 1894, this oil painting exemplifies Farquharson's signature "snow effects" technique, where transparent glazes over white ground create remarkable luminosity. Its dreamy atmospheric perspective places it within the Romantic tradition while maintaining photographic precision typical of late 19th-century academic art. The painting achieved remarkable popularity through mass-produced prints, cementing Farquharson's reputation for capturing Scotland's transient winter lightscapes with poetic realism rarely seen since Dutch Golden Age winter scenes.
For interior spaces, this 44.5 x 75 cm painting commands attention as a striking focal point above mantels or behind minimalist office desks. Its balanced horizontal composition works beautifully in elongated spaces like hallway galleries or dining rooms, where the sunset tones can be echoed through cognac leather furnishings or brass accent lighting. Consider pairing it with rustic oak frames for farmhouse aesthetics or sleek black gallery frames for contemporary offices. The painting's cool color temperature suggests placement in north-facing rooms needing warmth, while the golden highlights harmonize with walnut wood tones and rich textiles. Scale matters—reproduction prints should maintain proportion on large walls to preserve Farquharson's immersive quality, avoiding cramped arrangements. In corporate settings, it serves as a thoughtful metaphor for perseverance, making it ideal for executive suites or calming healthcare environments where its tranquil rhythm reduces stress.
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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.
