Harl 1319 f.18 The Fleet of Richard II departs from Ireland, Histoire du Roy dAngleterre, Richard II
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Master The Virgil's Harl 1319 f.18 The Fleet of Richard II departs from Ireland, Histoire du Roy dAngleterre, Richard II 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 illuminated folio Harl 1319 f.18 "The Fleet of Richard II departs from Ireland" from Histoire du Roy dAngleterre, Richard II by Master of the Virgil (active late 14th century) transports viewers to a medieval maritime moment brimming with quiet drama. Painted in delicate tempera and gold leaf on vellum, the miniature captures Richard II's fleet mid-voyage—sails billowing against an ultramarine sea dotted with meticulously rendered ships. The Gothic illumination style blends courtly elegance with narrative urgency, as evidenced by the graceful elongation of figures and intricate patterning of waves. As a prime example of late 14th-century Franco-Flemish manuscript painting, this work reflects the International Gothic style's fusion of naturalistic detail and decorative splendor. Its significance lies not only in documenting Richard II's 1394 Irish campaign but also in demonstrating how secular histories adopted liturgical manuscript techniques—a transitional moment preceding Renaissance illumination.
For contemporary interiors, this miniature's regal blues and golds would elevate a study or executive office with scholarly sophistication. Enlarge a high-resolution reproduction to 60x45cm for impactful wall presence, framing it in distressed gold leaf to echo the original illumination's gilded borders. Position above a walnut console table paired with navy velvet upholstery, allowing the artwork's maritime theme to harmonize with nautical-inspired decor. The cobalt-dominated color scheme complements rich jewel tones—consider deep emerald accent walls or malachite desk accessories. In minimalist spaces, let the artwork dominate by keeping surrounding surfaces matte black or warm taupe to heighten the gold leaf's glow. For cohesive styling, incorporate quill pens, leather-bound books, or a celestial globe to reinforce the medieval manuscript's intellectual aura while maintaining contemporary functionality.
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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
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