Cypress Group, 17 Mile Drive
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of William C. Adam's Cypress Group, 17 Mile Drive 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
Step into the golden-hued serenity of Cypress Group, 17 Mile Drive by William C. Adam (1904-1993), where the iconic Monterey cypresses twist dramatically against a windswept coastal sky. Painted circa 1930s-1950s, this work embodies the American regionalist style with expressive brushwork and rich earth tones, celebrating California’s rugged beauty during the plein air revival period. Adam, a lesser-known but skilled member of the Carmel Art Association, captured the emotional presence of these ancient trees—some over 250 years old—along Pebble Beach’s famed route. Though not as widely recognized as his contemporaries like William Ritschel, the painting’s visceral texture and atmospheric depth contribute to its value as a historic document of Northern California’s vanishing landscapes, bridging impressionistic spontaneity with WPA-era realism. The haunting silhouettes of gnarled trunks against shimmering twilight evoke a timeless meditation on nature’s resilience.
For interiors, this painting’s muted ochres and slate blues make it versatile for both coastal and rustic-modern spaces. Hang it horizontally (ideal for standard sizes around 24x36 inches) above a fireplace or in a study to create a contemplative focal point—pair with mission-style oak furniture or linen upholstery to enhance its earthy warmth. In offices, position opposite windows where natural light amplifies its textured impasto strokes, complementing mid-century decor or industrial accents. A matte black frame would intensify the cypresses’ drama, while a bleached ash floater frame softens it for minimalist settings. Smaller giclée reproductions work beautifully in gallery walls with botanical sketches or vintage Monterey ephemera. The painting’s organic forms subtly balance sleek surfaces like concrete or terrazzo, and its horizon line ideally hangs at eye level (~57-60 inches) to immerse viewers in its windswept narrative.
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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.
