Oberon and Titania from A Midsummer Nights Dream by William Shakespeare 1564-1616 1806
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Thomas Stothard's Oberon and Titania from A Midsummer Nights Dream by William Shakespeare 1564-1616 1806 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 Stothard's 1806 painting Oberon and Titania from A Midsummer Night's Dream captures the ethereal, dreamlike essence of Shakespeare's beloved comedy. Bathed in soft, glowing hues, the artwork depicts the fairy monarchs Oberon and Titania in a moment of tender reconciliation, surrounded by delicate foliage and gossamer-winged sprites. Stothard's neoclassical style infuses the scene with graceful elegance, emphasizing flowing drapery and harmonious compositions while retaining a distinctly Romantic sensibility. As a Royal Academician, Stothard created this work during Britain's golden age of book illustration and literary painting, contributing significantly to the visual interpretation of Shakespearean themes. The painting represents an important bridge between 18th-century narrative painting and the emerging Victorian fairy painting tradition later exemplified by artists like Richard Dadd.
Measuring approximately 24x30 inches (standard exhibition size for narrative works circa 1800), this painting would make an exquisite focal point in either a private library or executive office. Its golden-brown palette harmonizes beautifully with mahogany wood tones and antique brass accents, while the dreamy atmosphere softens modern minimalist spaces when paired with float-framing techniques. For ideal viewing, display at eye level in indirect natural light to enhance the luminous quality of Stothard's pigment layers. Scale reproduction prints work well above mantels or console tables in bourgeois-style interiors, flanked by Gothic Revival bookcases to accentuate its literary origins. In contemporary settings, balance the ornate composition with clean-lined furniture in complementary earth tones—perhaps a streamlined walnut desk or neutral upholstered chairs—creating an elegant tension between classic romance and modern sophistication.
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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.
