The Flying Horses
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Maurice Brazil Prendergast's The Flying Horses 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
Maurice Brazil Prendergast’s The Flying Horses is a vibrant celebration of leisure and movement, capturing the joyous energy of a late 19th-century carousel scene. Painted around 1895–1897 during Prendergast’s early career, the work exemplifies his distinctive Post-Impressionist style, blending bold, mosaic-like brushstrokes with luminous colors influenced by French avant-garde movements. The composition teems with rhythmic patterns—whirling figures, prancing horses, and swirling crowds—all harmonized through his mastery of decorative form. As a key figure in the American Post-Impressionist group The Eight, Prendergast bridged European modernism and American realism, making The Flying Horses a pivotal piece that highlights his innovative approach to capturing modernity’s fleeting pleasures. Its lively, almost musical quality secures its place as a quintessential example of Prendergast’s contribution to early modernist experimentation in the U.S.
For interior styling, The Flying Horses lends itself beautifully to spaces that balance whimsy and sophistication. Ideal for a sunlit living room or a creative office, its playful subject matter pairs well with mid-century modern or eclectic decor. Frame the artwork in a clean, gilded or matte-black frame to complement its rich hues while maintaining visual lightness. The painting’s warm palette—rusty reds, golden yellows, and soft greens—can be echoed through accent textiles, such as throw pillows or area rugs, to create cohesion. A medium-to-large size (around 24x30 inches) ensures it becomes a focal point without overwhelming smaller rooms. For a bold statement, hang it alongside other Post-Impressionist prints or contrasting minimalist art to amplify its dynamic energy while keeping the overall aesthetic balanced.
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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.
