The Depths of the Sea 1887
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones's The Depths of the Sea 1887 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
Immerse yourself in the haunting beauty of The Depths of the Sea (1887), Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones' mesmerizing Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece. This enigmatic oil painting depicts a sinister yet poetic underwater scene—a golden-haired mermaid dragging a drowned knight to her abyss, his armor glinting faintly in the filtered aquatic light. Created during Burne-Jones' mature period, the work exemplifies his signature medieval romanticism fused with Symbolist undertones, where sinuous Art Nouveau lines meet jewel-toned colors reminiscent of stained glass. Academics regard it as a pivotal exploration of Victorian-era dualities: beauty and terror, desire and doom, inspired by Burne-Jones' fascination with classical myths and Tennyson's poetry. The painting's hypnotic vertical composition—later influencing Klimt's golden phases—secured its status as a bridge between Pre-Raphaelitism and emerging Art Nouveau movements.
For interior schemes, this painting commands attention as a dramatic focal point in spaces with Gothic or Victorian-inspired decor. Its marine blues and burnished gold palette pair exquisitely with emerald velvets, dark walnut wood tones, or matte black accents—consider flanking it with wrought-iron sconces for gallery-style illumination. The 155 × 86 cm dimensions demand generous wall space; install it in double-height studies, grand stairwells, or above mantels alongside Burne-Jones' preparatory sketches in gilt frames. For contemporary offices, balance its intensity with minimalist furniture and monolithic stone surfaces, letting the mermaid's flowing hair echo organic Modernist curves. Layer underwater-themed textiles sparingly—perhaps a nautilus-patterned rug—to extend the chromatic narrative 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.
