Gathering Flowers
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Mildred Anne Butler's Gathering Flowers 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 Gathering Flowers (c. 1897) is a radiant celebration of natural beauty and quiet outdoor moments, bathed in the soft, dappled light of late 19th-century plein air painting. The scene depicts a young girl immersed in a sunlit garden, her figure gently animated as she gathers blooms, evoking a sense of peaceful solitude and harmony with nature. Butler, an Irish artist influenced by French Impressionism, combines loose, expressive brushwork with delicate attention to tonal shifts of light—hallmarks of her post-impressionist style. Though lesser-known than her male contemporaries, her work is a significant part of the Anglo-Irish artistic tradition, bridging rural idealism with modern techniques. The painting’s luminous palette and intimate scale reflect Butler’s mastery in capturing transient atmospheres, positioning it as a poignant example of women’s contributions to plein air painting during the period.
For interior styling, Gathering Flowers’s gentle warmth and organic motif make it ideal for spaces designed to evoke serenity—such as a sunroom, study, or bedroom. Opt for a gilded or weathered wooden frame to enhance its vintage charm, and hang it at eye level (standard gallery height: 57–60 inches from floor to center) to create an intimate focal point. Pair it with muted neutrals like sage green or cream to harmonize with its soft hues, or introduce subtle floral textiles in cushions or drapes for thematic cohesion. Smaller room? The painting’s modest dimensions (Butler often worked on intimate canvases) ensure it won’t overwhelm. In offices, it lends a refreshing counterpoint to modern minimalism, fostering creativity with its natural lyricism. Position near natural light to mirror its luminous quality, or balance its pastoral theme with sleek, contemporary furniture for a thoughtful contrast.
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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.
