Crowberry (Empetrum nigrum)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mary Vaux Walcott's Crowberry (Empetrum nigrum) 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
Mary Vaux Walcott's exquisite watercolor Crowberry (Empetrum nigrum) captures the quiet majesty of Arctic flora with scientific precision and delicate artistry. Painted in the early 20th century as part of her seminal North American Wild Flowers series (1925), the work showcases Walcott's dual role as botanist and artist—elevating botanical illustration to fine art through meticulous detail and luminous color. The composition balances accuracy with aesthetic grace: velvety dark berries contrast with wiry stems and tiny evergreen leaves, bathed in soft natural light that suggests the muted glow of northern latitudes. As one of the first women to achieve renown in scientific illustration, Walcott bridged art and science during an era when women’s contributions to both fields were often marginalized. Today, her works are treasured by institutions like the Smithsonian, where they remain vital references for botanists while being celebrated for their understated yet powerful artistry.
For interior spaces, Crowberry lends understated sophistication. Its cool palette of deep greens, purples, and browns harmonizes beautifully with Scandinavian or Japanese minimalist decor—try pairing it with light oak furniture and linen textiles to echo its organic restraint. In a study or home office, the work inspires focus; its small-scale precision (typical of Walcott’s 9x12 inch originals) suits intimate spaces like bookshelves or a desktop gallery wall alongside other botanical prints. For dynamic contrast, frame it in slender black wood against warm neutral walls, or amplify its muted tones with terracotta ceramics. In corporate settings, it subtly conveys stewardship of nature—ideal for sustainability-focused lobbies or conference rooms. Wherever placed, this artwork thrives in natural light, its delicate pigments mirroring the quiet elegance of the Arctic wilderness it immortalizes.
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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.
