Cider For Lunch
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Philip Richard Morris's Cider For Lunch 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
Philip Richard Morris’s Cider For Lunch (1871) captures a serene yet evocative moment of rural life, depicting a young girl seated at a rustic wooden table, savoring a simple meal with quiet contentment. Bathed in warm, diffused light, the scene exudes tenderness and nostalgia, characteristic of Morris’s genre paintings that celebrated Victorian pastoral ideals. The meticulous detail in the girl’s sunlit apron, the textured bread, and the speckled cider glass reflects Morris’s academic training and Pre-Raphaelite influences, blending realism with subtle emotional depth. Though less renowned than his contemporaries like Millais or Leighton, Morris’s works occupy a significant niche in 19th-century British art, offering intimate glimpses into everyday life with understated elegance. Cider For Lunch remains emblematic of his ability to elevate humble subjects into timeless vignettes.
For a home or office space, this painting would harmonize beautifully in a traditional or cottage-inspired setting, adding warmth to a dining nook, study, or sitting area. Its earthy palette—soft ochres, cream, and muted greens—pairs well with wooden furniture, vintage textiles, or neutral walls, allowing the artwork to shine as a focal point. Consider hanging it at eye level in natural light to amplify its luminous quality, ideally framed in an ornate gilt or distressed wood finish to complement its period charm. A smaller to medium-sized room would suit its modest scale (original dimensions approx. 20 x 16 inches), creating an intimate atmosphere. For a modern twist, contrast the classic subject with minimalist décor or industrial accents, letting the painting’s warmth soften contemporary lines. Either way, Cider For Lunch invites tranquility and a touch of historical grace.
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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.
