Beauty Revealed
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sarah Goodridge's Beauty Revealed 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
Sarah Goodridge’s Beauty Revealed (1828) is a striking miniature watercolor on ivory, a rare and intimate self-portrait that defies conventions of its time. The painting depicts the artist’s bare breasts, delicately rendered with luminous, porcelain-like skin tones against the warm, translucent ivory surface. Measuring just 6.6 cm in diameter, its small scale demands close viewing, creating an atmosphere of quiet audacity and vulnerability. As a female artist in early 19th-century America, Goodridge challenged societal norms by presenting her body as both subject and object—a radical act that elevates the work beyond mere portraiture. Executed in the miniature tradition, the piece reflects her mastery of precision and subtle tonal gradations, bridging Neoclassical refinement with Romantic introspection. Today, it holds a singular place in art history as one of the first known American nude self-portraits by a woman, redefining notions of female agency and artistic authorship.
For display, Beauty Revealed’s intimate scale calls for an equally deliberate setting. A gilded oval frame would honor its Regency-era origins while adding luxe contrast to modern minimalist interiors. Position it in a private study or bedroom nook with soft, directional lighting to mimic the glow of ivory—avoid harsh overheads that might flatten its delicate details. Pair with earth-toned walls (warm taupes or sage greens) to enhance the painting’s flesh tones, or juxtapose it against deep navy for dramatic focus. In an office, place it beside small objets d’art or leather-bound books to echo its refined craftsmanship. Given its provocative nature, balance the space with structured elements like a clean-lined console table or geometric sconces to maintain sophistication. At 2.6 inches, it thrives as a focal point within a curated cluster of miniatures or alone in a niche, inviting contemplation much like a hidden treasure.
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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.
