After the Rain
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Paul Cornoyer's After the Rain 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
After the Rain (1910) by American Impressionist Paul Cornoyer captures the magical interplay of light and urban life after a storm. Set in a glistening New York City street, the painting bathes in soft, diffused light reflecting off wet cobblestones, with elegant figures and horse-drawn carriages rendered in Cornoyer’s signature loose, expressive brushwork. A masterful blend of American Impressionism and Tonalism, the work exemplifies Cornoyer’s fascination with atmospheric effects and modern cityscapes, bridging the genteel lyricism of the Boston School with the dynamism of urban realism. Though less celebrated than his contemporaries like Childe Hassam, Cornoyer’s rainy street scenes hold a distinctive charm, offering a quieter, more introspective take on early 20th-century urban life—where refined composition and mood trump grandeur. Art historically, After the Rain encapsulates the transitional moment when American artists adapted European Impressionism into a distinctly localized idiom.
For interior styling, this painting’s muted blues, grays, and golden highlights make it ideal for spaces seeking sophistication with a serene touch. Hang it in a transitional-style living room with soft neutral furnishings—a slate-blue sofa or creamy linen armchairs would echo its palette—or in a home office alongside dark wood bookshelves to underscore its vintage intellectual appeal. The ideal frame would be a slender, gilt-edged one to complement its impressionistic flair without overwhelming smaller rooms (its common 24x30" size suits medium walls). In a corporate setting, pair it with minimalist décor to balance its narrative richness; the scene’s reflective quality enhances spaces with natural light, subtly enlivening neutral walls. Avoid clashing with bold patterns—let its atmospheric depth remain the focal point.
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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.
