Mrs Scott and her Daughter
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Richard Cosway's Mrs Scott and her Daughter 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
The delicate oval miniature Mrs Scott and Her Daughter (c. 1785-90), painted by Richard Cosway in his signature refined Neoclassical style, exudes an air of Georgian elegance. Rendered in watercolor on ivory—a technique Cosway mastered—the portrait captures an intimate maternal moment: Mrs. Scott, dressed in a gauzy white gown with a blue sash, gently cradles her young daughter, whose rosy cheeks and floral headdress mirror the soft romanticism of the era. Cosway’s precise brushwork and luminous palette reflect his influence as Principal Painter to the Prince of Wales, bridging the gap between aristocratic grandeur and domestic tenderness. As one of the finest examples of 18th-century British portrait miniatures, the work embodies the transition from formal Baroque portraiture to the more personal, sentimental aesthetics of the Romantic period. Its exquisite detail and emotional warmth have cemented its status as a jewel of Regency art.
For a modern interior, this miniature’s muted blues and ivory tones invite placement in a light-filled study or a bedroom dressing table, where its intimacy can shine. Frame it in a slender gilt or ebonized wood oval to echo its original Neo-Classical spirit, and pair it with other Regency-era accents like a satinwood desk or soft upholstery in duck-egg blue for cohesion. At just 7-10 cm in height, it’s ideal for creating a focal point within a curated vignette—perhaps beside a vase of blush peonies or atop a stack of leather-bound books. In an office, it lends sophistication to a lacquered console, its scale ensuring it complements rather than overwhelms. The painting’s tender narrative also makes it a thoughtful addition to spaces meant for reflection or familial warmth.
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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.
