After Sunday Services
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Laura Wheeler Waring's After Sunday Services 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
Laura Wheeler Waring’s After Sunday Services (1947) radiates quiet dignity and spiritual serenity, capturing African American churchgoers in their Sunday finest as they linger beneath towering trees. Rich hues of emerald green, warm browns, and luminous whites create a harmonious balance, while Waring’s precise yet expressive brushwork—rooted in the Harlem Renaissance tradition—elevates everyday Black life into poetic reverence. As one of the few Black women artists exhibited in the 1920s–40s, Waring bridged academic realism and social narrative, making this work pivotal for its era. The painting’s intimate scale (24 x 20 inches) draws viewers into its contemplative mood, reflecting both resilience and communal joy—a counterpoint to stereotypical depictions of Black Americans at the time. Today, it stands as a testament to Waring’s role in reshaping art historical canon.
For a refined yet inviting interior, frame After Sunday Services in a muted gold or walnut floater frame to complement its earthy palette. Ideal for a study, lounge, or office nook, its tranquil energy suits spaces meant for reflection. Position it against sage-green or ochre walls to amplify its natural tones, or create contrast in a minimalist room with cream furnishings. Given its medium size, pair it with slender brass sconces or place it atop a mahogany console table alongside ceramic vases in matte glazes. In a corporate setting, it lends warmth to reception areas when grouped with Waring’s portraits or Jacob Lawrence’s vibrant sketches—curating a narrative of cultural heritage. Whether lit by natural light or a focused gallery lamp, this masterpiece transforms surroundings into sanctuaries of art and history.
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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.
