Ruth Gleaning
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones's Ruth Gleaning 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 Ruth Gleaning, the viewer is transported to a serene moment of pastoral poetry. Painted in 1863, this delicate watercolor depicts the biblical Ruth—gentle yet resilient—bending amidst golden wheat fields, her crimson robe flowing like a whisper against the gilded harvest. As a leading figure of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and later the Aesthetic Movement, Burne-Jones infused the scene with medieval-inspired linear elegance and a dreamlike luminosity. The artwork’s intimate scale (35.6 x 14 cm) enhances its jewel-like quality, while its subject—Ruth’s humility and devotion—reflects the Brotherhood’s reverence for moral narratives and nature’s sanctity. Historically significant, it bridges Pre-Raphaelite detail with the symbolic abstraction that would define Burne-Jones’s later stained-glass-inspired masterpieces, marking a pivotal transition in Victorian art.
For décor, Ruth Gleaning’s vertical composition and muted earth tones make it ideal for narrow spaces—flanking a bookshelf or adorning a hallway alcove. Its warm ochres and rust-red accents harmonize with rustic wood furnishings or Japandi interiors, while the gold-washed background pairs elegantly with brass or gilded frames. In a home office, consider grouping it with botanical prints or William Morris textiles to amplify its Arts & Crafts ethos. Opt for a spotlight or natural sidelighting to accentuate its watery translucency. As a smaller piece, it thrives in intimate settings—perhaps above a writing desk or alongside a velvet-upholstered bench—where its quiet grace invites contemplation without overwhelming the space.
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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.
