Hanging Game
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Richard La Barre Goodwin's Hanging Game 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
Commissioned in 1872, Richard La Barre Goodwin’s Hanging Game instantly transports viewers to an elegant Victorian-era hunt lodge suffused with quiet drama. The meticulous oil painting depicts a rustic wooden wall adorned with suspended game birds - pheasants and ducks rendered with almost photographic precision against weathered boards. Goodwin's signature trompe-l'oeil technique ("fool the eye") creates startlingly three-dimensional effects, particularly in the delicate interplay of shadows cast by the feathered trophies. As part of America's Gilded Age still-life tradition, this work exemplifies the period's fascination with both naturalism and conspicuous leisure pursuits, bridging the gap between scientific observation and aristocratic display. Historically significant, it showcases the technical prowess that made Goodwin (1840-1910) a respected member of the National Academy of Design, his works collected by patrons like Cornelius Vanderbilt II.
When incorporating Hanging Game into interiors, consider its aristocratic hunting lodge origins as inspiration. Optimal placement would be a wood-paneled study or executive office with leather furnishings, where its earthy palette of chestnut browns and cream feathers complements traditional materials. For contemporary spaces, balance its detailed realism with minimalist furniture—a matte black frame would modernize the piece while maintaining sophistication. The ideal hanging height aligns the painting's horizon line with eye level (approximately 57-60 inches from floor to center), allowing the illusionistic shadows to "fall" naturally. In spacious rooms, leverage its common 30x25 inch dimensions as a bold singular statement above a sideboard; smaller versions (under 20 inches) work well as part of a curated still-life gallery wall alongside botanical prints or vintage hunting equipment displays. Avoid competing with busy wallpaper patterns—this masterpiece demands visual breathing room.
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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.
