Hare Hunting, So-ho; Ware Turnips
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Walter Parry Hodges's Hare Hunting, So-ho; Ware Turnips 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
Walter Parry Hodges’ Hare Hunting, So-ho; Ware Turnips captures a lively slice of 19th-century London street life with remarkable charm and detail. The painting depicts vendors hawking their wares—hare meat and turnips—against the bustling backdrop of Soho’s crowded market, rendered in Hodges’ signature realistic yet slightly romanticized style. His brushwork conveys the energy of urban commerce while softening the grit with warm tones and careful attention to period costumes and architecture. As a lesser-known but skilled genre painter, Hodges contributed to the British social realism tradition, documenting everyday scenes with anthropological precision. This work stands out for its vivid storytelling, offering a window into Victorian London’s working-class culture. Though not as famous as contemporaries like Frith, Hodges’ paintings are prized for their historical authenticity and narrative richness.
For modern interiors, this artwork shines in spaces blending tradition and character. Its warm earthy palette—ochres, browns, and muted greens—makes it versatile for studies, dining rooms, or heritage-style offices. Frame it in a slender gold-leaf frame to honor its period while keeping visual weight light, ideally hung at eye level on a wall with neutral tones like taupe or soft gray to let the scene pop. A smaller-to-medium size (around 24x30 inches) suits intimate spaces where viewers can appreciate the intricate details. Pair with leather furnishings, wrought iron accents, or rustic wood shelves to echo its vintage market atmosphere. In contemporary settings, let it anchor an eclectic wall by contrasting with abstract pieces in complementary hues, creating a dialogue between old and new. The painting’s narrative energy also makes it ideal for hospitality spaces, sparking conversation wherever displayed.
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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.
