Madison Avenue at Twilight
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Lowell Birge Harrison's Madison Avenue at Twilight 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
Madison Avenue at Twilight by Lowell Birge Harrison (1854–1929) is a poetic American Impressionist masterpiece painted circa 1892. The oil-on-canvas transports viewers to a misty winter evening in Gilded Age New York, where gaslights glow like golden halos through the violet dusk, their reflections shimmering on rain-slicked cobblestones. Harrison masterfully employs мягкие, feathery brushstrokes characteristic of Tonalism to dissolve architectural details into atmospheric harmony, capturing Manhattan’s transformation from daylight to mystery. As a key member of the Cos Cob Art Colony, Harrison helped adapt French Impressionism to American urban scenes—this work exemplifies his pioneering "nocturne" compositions that influenced Childe Hassam and urban Impressionism. The painting’s historical significance lies in its rare pre-skyscraper depiction of Madison Avenue, balancing documentary precision with emotional resonance akin to Whistler’s moonlit symphonies.
For contemporary interiors, this 16 × 20 inch (40.6 × 50.8 cm) canvas offers versatile styling potential. Its cool indigo and amber palette complements modern gray-toned offices or traditional libraries with mahogany furnishings—try flanking it with brass sconces to echo the painted lamplights. In minimalist spaces, the artwork’s atmospheric depth adds warmth without visual clutter; position it at eye level in transitional zones like entrance halls to create narrative intrigue. For maximalist settings, pair with velvet emerald upholstery or gilded frames that pick up its golden highlights. Consider proportional scaling: the intimate size suits desk alcoves or above mantels in cozy rooms, while a high-quality reproduction could be enlarged for statement-walling in corporate lobbies. The twilight theme makes it ideal for evening entertainment areas—dining rooms with smoky glassware or hotel bars, where its moody elegance enhances après-dark ambiance.
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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.
