A Setter Retrieving A Duck
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Percival Leonard Rosseau's A Setter Retrieving A Duck 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
Percival Leonard Rosseau’s A Setter Retrieving A Duck captures the raw energy and nobility of the sporting tradition with remarkable precision. Painted in the late 19th to early 20th century during the golden age of American sporting art, this oil on canvas embodies Rosseau’s signature realism and deep appreciation for canine and avian subjects. The scene features a finely detailed Irish or English Setter mid-motion, its coat rendered in rich chestnut hues, as it retrieves a fallen duck against a misty marshland backdrop. Rosseau’s mastery of texture—from the dog’s wet fur to the duck’s delicate feathers—elevates the drama of the hunt while maintaining elegance. As a student of the French academic tradition and contemporary of animaliers like Sir Edwin Landseer, Rosseau bridged European technical rigor with American sporting culture. Today, his works are prized by collectors for their historical authenticity and emotive power, often showcased in museums like the National Sporting Library & Museum.
For interior styling, this painting thrives in spaces that celebrate classic Americana or refined rustic aesthetics. Ideal above a fireplace in a study or a lodge-inspired office, its earthy palette of ochres, umbers, and slate blues pairs seamlessly with leather furnishings, woven textiles, and dark wood accents. Choose a frame in distressed gold or walnut to enhance its antique charm without overpowering the scene. Given its likely medium-to-large scale (typical of Rosseau’s hunting scenes), ensure proportionate wall space—a 24x36" reproduction would command attention above a console or bookshelf. Complement the artwork with muted greens or deep burgundy walls to echo the marshland tones, while brass or antler décor nods to its sporting heritage. Avoid overly modern settings; instead, let it anchor a curated vignette with vintage decoys or oil-rubbed bronze lighting for timeless appeal.
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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.
