Captain Lord Cochrane's frigate Pallas leaving the Tagus under full sail, the city of Lisbon beyond and the Belem Tower receding astern
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Thomas Buttersworth's Captain Lord Cochrane's frigate Pallas leaving the Tagus under full sail, the city of Lisbon beyond and the Belem Tower receding astern 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
Thomas Buttersworth's maritime masterpiece captures HMS Pallas, commanded by the legendary Captain Lord Cochrane, majestically departing Lisbon's Tagus River under full sail. Painted circa 1820 in the Romantic tradition, the work embodies Britain’s naval supremacy during the Napoleonic Wars through dynamic brushwork and luminous detail. The frigate’s billowing sails dominate the composition, contrasting with the receding Belém Tower and Lisbon’s sunlit skyline—a symbolic farewell charged with nationalistic pride. Buttersworth, a veteran marine painter and former Royal Navy seaman, combines topographical accuracy with dramatic atmosphere, his layered clouds and sparkling waters reflecting J.M.W. Turner’s influence. This painting represents peak 19th-century British maritime art, where documentary precision meets sublime emotion, making it historically significant for both naval enthusiasts and scholars of Romanticism.
For interiors, this painting’s 36x48-inch canvas suits grand spaces: position it above a mantel in a navy-themed study to echo maritime heritage, or in a corporate boardroom to evoke leadership symbolism. Its gold-framed grandeur pairs with rich mahogany furniture and brass nautical accents. The azure and cream palette harmonizes with coastal or Neoclassical interiors—consider Benjamin Moore’s Palladian Blue walls to amplify the seascape. In minimalist offices, let it anchor the space solo; for maximalist settings, flank with gilded sconces or period maps. Avoid cluttering adjacent walls; its panoramic horizon line aligns best at eye level (57-60 inches from the floor) to immerse viewers in the scene’s kinetic energy. Ideal lighting: two 2700K picture lights angled at 30 degrees to enhance the luminous sky without glare.
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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.
