Laus Veneris
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones's Laus Veneris 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
"Laus Veneris" (Praise of Venus) by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones is a mesmerizing Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece that transports viewers into an opulent dreamscape of medieval romance. Painted between 1873-78, this enchanting tableau depicts Venus lounging melancholically in her lavish bordello, surrounded by adoring maidens playing instruments and weaving flower garlands – a visual poem celebrating love's intoxicating power yet hinting at its languorous consequences. Burne-Jones's characteristic flattened perspective and elongated figures create rhythmic elegance, while the rich jewel tones glow with stained-glass intensity. As one of the artist's most celebrated works from his "Venus cycle," it epitomizes the Aesthetic Movement's devotion to "art for art's sake," influencing later Symbolists and Art Nouveau creators. The painting's harmonious compositions and golden luminosity reflect Burne-Jones's fascination with Italian Renaissance masters like Botticelli, reimagined through Victorian romanticism.
For interior decoration, "Laus Veneris" requires careful placement to honor its ornate grandeur. A dimly lit library or formal sitting room with Gothic or Arts & Crafts architectural elements would complement its medievalism beautifully. Hang the artwork (original dimensions 122×183cm) as a dramatic focal point above a carved oak mantel or between bookshelves, preferably at eye level. Surround it with deep emerald or sapphire walls to intensify the painting's burgundy and gold palette, or opt for taupe tones to soften the effect. Incorporate brass candlesticks and velvet upholstery echoing the warm metallics and sumptuous textures in the scene. In contemporary offices, display high-quality reproductions in entryways or conference rooms to cultivate sophistication; pair with streamlined modern furniture for striking contrast that lets the artwork shine as an artistic anchor.
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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.
