Proud As Peacocks
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Wallace Nutting's Proud As Peacocks 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
"Proud As Peacocks" by Wallace Nutting transports viewers to an idyllic early 20th-century vision of pastoral elegance. This hand-colored platinum print masterpiece (circa 1900-1925) showcases Nutting's signature aesthetic—a romanticized interpretation of Colonial revivalism blended with Pictorialist photography techniques. Against a backdrop of lush foliage and dappled sunlight, the titular peacocks strut with regal grace amidst classic New England architecture, their iridescent plumage painstakingly enhanced through Nutting's innovative hand-coloring process. As the most prominent figure in the colonial nostalgia movement, Nutting created photographic works that profoundly influenced American decorative arts, with this particular piece exemplifying his ability to transform photography into painterly fine art. The composition's meticulous staging and soft focus create a dreamlike quality that bridges Victorian sentimentality and emerging modernist sensibilities.
For interior applications, this artwork sings in traditional or transitional spaces measuring at least 12'x15', where its standard 16"x20" dimensions can command appropriate attention. Position it in morning-lit dining rooms or studies where its warm sepia tones and subtle coloring harmonize with mahogany furnishings and oriental rugs. The peacock motifs naturally complement chinoiserie decor or arts-and-crafts textiles, while the pastoral theme integrates beautifully with wainscoted walls or Federal-style millwork. In offices, it lends dignified charm to reception areas when paired with leather club chairs and brass lighting fixtures—the birds' plumage subtly echoing through cobalt glass accessories or peacock-blue velvet upholstery accents. Always elevate the piece with period-appropriate molding frames in walnut or gilt finishes to honor its historical pedigree.
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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.
