Pygmalion and the Image II: The Hand Refrains
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones's Pygmalion and the Image II: The Hand Refrains 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
In Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones's Pygmalion and the Image II: The Hand Refrains, we witness a mesmerizing moment suspended between desire and reverence. The second painting from Burne-Jones's celebrated 1878 Pygmalion series captures the mythic sculptor hesitating to touch his carved ivory maiden, moments before Aphrodite grants her life. Bathed in a hushed, golden glow characteristic of Pre-Raphaelite romanticism, the composition thrums with emotional tension – Pygmalion’s extended hand trembles near the statue’s waist while her marble form seems to exhale warmth beneath his gaze. Burne-Jones masterfully blends medieval tapestry aesthetics with Renaissance-inspired drapery folds, creating a dreamlike timelessness that became emblematic of the Aesthetic Movement. This work solidified his reputation as Britain’s foremost painter-poet, bridging symbolic narrative with exquisite craftsmanship that influenced Art Nouveau.
For interior spaces, this artwork’s muted earth tones and ethereal quality demand considered placement. In a home library or executive office, hang it against sage green or oxblood walls to intensify its jewel-like palette, ensuring LED frame lighting replicates the original’s tempera-on-panel luminosity at 98 x 76 cm. Pair with William Morris-designed oak furniture to reinforce its Arts & Crafts provenance, or create bold contrast with a minimalist steel-and-glass desk for contemporary tension. Ideal above a Chesterfield sofa in a study, the scene’s vertical format balances low-slung seating while its mythological theme sparks intellectual ambiance. For smaller spaces, a gilded narrow frame prevents visual heaviness, aligning with the composition’s delicate verticality – a perfect crescendo in a hallway gallery wall progressing from Burne-Jones’s pencil studies to later Symbolist works.
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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.
