Doves At The Water Trough, Kilmurry
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mildred Anne Butler's Doves At The Water Trough, Kilmurry 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
Mildred Anne Butler’s Doves At The Water Trough, Kilmurry (c. 1890) is a luminous example of late 19th-century plein air painting, capturing the delicate interplay of light and movement in rural Ireland. The scene depicts a tranquil moment at a stone trough, where doves gather to drink, their soft white feathers rendered with loose, impressionistic brushstrokes that mirror the dappled sunlight filtering through foliage. Butler, an accomplished Irish watercolorist and oil painter, was influenced by French Impressionism yet maintained her distinctive naturalistic sensitivity. This work exemplifies her keen observation of wildlife and rural life, establishing her as one of Ireland’s foremost female artists of the era—rare in a male-dominated field. Its atmospheric quality and harmonious composition reflect the broader trends of open-air painting while retaining an intimate, poetic charm that distinguishes Butler’s oeuvre.
For interior styling, Doves At The Water Trough would elevate spaces seeking serenity and rustic elegance. Its muted greens, earthy browns, and touches of white make it versatile—pair it with linen upholstery, weathered wood finishes, or a neutral-toned gallery wall for a relaxed cottage-core aesthetic. In an office, the painting’s calming palette fosters focus; place it near natural light to echo its luminous quality. A medium-sized frame (24x30 inches) ensures visibility without overwhelming a study or living room nook. For contrast, position it alongside darker-toned ceramics or a wrought-iron mirror to highlight its softness. The scene’s pastoral theme also complements botanical prints or landscapes by Corot or Helen Allingham, reinforcing a cohesive naturalistic narrative.
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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.
