The Briar Rose: The Prince Enters the Briar Wood 1870-90
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones's The Briar Rose: The Prince Enters the Briar Wood 1870-90 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 "The Briar Rose: The Prince Enters the Briar Wood" (1870-90), viewers are immersed in a hauntingly beautiful dreamscape that blends medieval romance with Pre-Raphaelite symbolism. Inspired by Sleeping Beauty, the painting depicts a knight forging through an enchanted thicket of tangled briars, his armor gleaming against the muted greens and golds of the overgrown forest. Frozen figures of sleeping soldiers litter the foreground, their eternal slumber rendered in Burne-Jones’s signature elongated forms and ethereal palette. Part of a larger Briar Rose series commissioned by patron Alexander Henderson, this work exemplifies the artist’s mastery of narrative tension—where danger and enchantment coexist in exquisite stillness. As a pinnacle of the second wave of Pre-Raphaelitism, it reflects the late Victorian fascination with Arthurian legend and aestheticism, bridging romanticism and emerging Art Nouveau through its intricate patterns and psychological depth.
For interior spaces, this masterpiece commands thoughtful curation. Its vertical composition (122 × 62 cm) suits narrow walls in libraries or sitting rooms, ideally paired with rich walnut frames and positioned at eye level for immersive viewing. The painting’s muted earth tones harmonize with velvet upholstery in sage or ochre, while the metallic accents in the armor suggest brass or wrought-iron decor elements. Consider flanking it with Art Nouveau sconces to enhance its decorative linearity, or place opposite a window where shifting light animates the briar textures. In minimalist offices, its narrative richness balances sleek furniture—positioned behind a desk, it becomes a conversation starter about perseverance. Avoid overcrowding; let its detailed foreground breathe within a 60cm clearance zone. For color echoing, pull the burgundy from the knight’s cloak into nearby cushions or area rugs to create cohesion without competing with the artwork’s quiet drama.
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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.
