Mercy and Truth are met together, Righteousness and Peace have kissed each other
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of William Blake's Mercy and Truth are met together, Righteousness and Peace have kissed each other 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
William Blake's exquisite painting Mercy and Truth are met together, Righteousness and Peace have kissed each other (c.1805) radiates a celestial harmony that transcends time. Inspired by Psalm 85:10, this tempera-on-canvas masterwork exemplifies Blake's visionary symbolism—where fluid human forms dissolve into poetic allegory. Four ethereal figures interlock in a dynamic mandala-like composition: Mercy (a maternal figure cradling an infant), Truth (holding a sun-like disc), Righteousness (bearing scales), and Peace (with olive branches)—their gestures forming a sacred geometry. Created during Blake's "Fresco Period," its luminous palette and neo-medieval stylization reject industrial-era aesthetics, foreshadowing the Pre-Raphaelites’ spiritual revival. As part of his 1809 solo exhibition—then commercially unsuccessful but now revered as a cornerstone of Romantic mysticism—this work distills Blake’s unique fusion of biblical prophecy and personal mythology. Art historians hail it as a paradigm of "illuminated painting," where textual and visual symbiosis creates transcendent meaning.
For modern interiors seeking contemplative grandeur, Blake’s masterpiece warrants thoughtful spatial choreography. Ideal for a study or meditation room with soft directional lighting (like adjustable picture lights), its intricate details shine best at eye level. Choose a frame echoing Blake’s Gothic influences—ornate gold or matte black with subtle carving—to honor its devotional gravitas. Complementary walls in deep teal or burnt umber amplify the painting’s warm ochres and celestial blues, while minimalist furniture (e.g., a walnut writing desk) prevents visual competition. At 42.5 x 31 cm, it commands intimate engagement; pair with a small vitrine displaying Blake’s poetry volumes or symbolic objects (feathers, scales) for a curated vignette. In offices, position near seating areas to spark philosophical dialogue, balancing its intensity with abstract textiles in analogous colors. Scale reproductions on statement walls require high-resolution giclée prints to preserve the original’s delicate penwork.
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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.
