Carey's Backyard
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Loren Maciver's Carey's Backyard 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
Loren MacIver’s Carey’s Backyard (1961) is a delicate, dreamlike exploration of everyday beauty transformed by poetic vision. Rendered in a muted palette of soft greens, blues, and earthy tones, the painting depicts an intimate urban garden with a lyrical, almost abstract quality. MacIver’s loose, fluid brushwork blurs the boundaries between reality and memory, evoking a sense of quiet nostalgia. A key figure of mid-century American modernism, MacIver was celebrated for her ability to elevate mundane scenes into meditative, luminous compositions. Though less widely recognized than her male peers, her work—exhibited at MoMA and the Whitney—represents a bridge between figurative tradition and abstraction, offering a uniquely feminine perspective on postwar art. Carey’s Backyard epitomizes her gift for capturing fleeting moments with profound simplicity.
For interior styling, Carey’s Backyard would harmonize beautifully in a light-filled living room or a serene home office. Its organic forms and subdued tones pair well with mid-century modern furniture—think Eames chairs or a walnut credenza—while the muted greens and blues complement neutral walls or earthy textiles like linen or jute. A medium-sized canvas (around 24”x36”) would anchor a gallery wall or serve as a focal point above a minimalist sofa. For contrast, introduce matte black accents or terracotta pottery to echo the painting’s textures. In a workspace, its calming energy fosters creativity; flank it with slender shelves or a sleek task lamp to balance its ethereal quality. Whether in a cozy nook or an airy loft, MacIver’s work invites contemplation while softening contemporary interiors with timeless grace.
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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.
