The Reward Of Virtue
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Philip Russell Goodwin's The Reward Of Virtue 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
Bathed in golden twilight, "The Reward of Virtue" by Philip Russell Goodwin (1881-1935) transports viewers to an idyllic wilderness moment where a Native American hunter communes with his loyal wolf companion. Goodwin’s masterful realism, refined during America’s Golden Age of Illustration, renders every detail – from the hunter’s worn leather garments to the wolf’s alert posture – with museum-quality precision. The painting’s warm earth tones and dramatic chiaroscuro exemplify Goodwin’s signature style blending Academic tradition with adventure romance aesthetic that defined early 20th-century sporting art. As a prominent artist for Scribner’s and Field & Stream, Goodwin bridged fine art and popular illustration, making this work particularly significant in understanding early American wildlife painting’s transition from documentary to narrative form. The emotional connection between man and nature captured here predates modern conservation art movements by decades.
For contemporary display, this 30×40 inch oil painting commands attention as a focal point in study libraries or executive offices with rustic-modern interiors. Position against walnut paneling or matte navy walls to amplify its autumnal palette, while track lighting enhances Goodwin’s masterful play of light on the figures. The noble subject matter pairs elegantly with leather Chesterfield sofas and mission-style oak furniture, creating a thoughtful ambiance for spaces valuing tradition and wilderness appreciation. In residential settings, its horizontal composition works wonderfully above mantels or flanked by bronze wildlife sculptures. Consider framing in a distressed gold leaf moulding (3-4” width) to honor its Gilded Age origins while adding dimensional warmth. The painting’s storytelling quality makes it particularly impactful in spaces meant for reflection – law firm conference rooms or cabin great rooms where its symbolic harmony between humanity and nature can spark meaningful dialogue.
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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.
