Wind Against Tide', Cape Arundel, Maine, U.s.a
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of William Henry Hilliard's Wind Against Tide', Cape Arundel, Maine, U.s.a 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
"Wind Against Tide, Cape Arundel, Maine, U.S.A" by William Henry Hilliard captures the dramatic collision of natural forces along Maine’s rugged coastline. Painted in the late 19th century during America’s Gilded Age, this oil work showcases Hilliard’s mastery of luminous seascapes within the American Tonalism tradition, blending realism with atmospheric subtlety. The composition depicts churning waves battling offshore winds, their silvery foam contrasting against brooding skies – a poetic study of transience that aligns with contemporaneous works by Whistler and Homer. Hilliard’s unique synthesis of marine precision (honed under Italian training) and moody tonal harmonies secured his place among important regional interpreters of the New England coast. The painting’s historical significance lies in its bridge between Hudson River School romanticism and emerging modernist abstraction of light patterns.
For interior placement, this 24x36" seascape commands attention in transitional or coastal-inspired spaces. Frame it in a weathered silver-leaf floater frame for a Nantucket-style study, or opt for matte black wood in a contemporary loft to emphasize its tonal gradations. Ideal above a fireplace or console table where warm metallics (brass lamps, mercury glass vases) can echo its sunlit wave highlights. In offices, it creates contemplative energy when paired with navy upholstery and reclaimed wood furnishings. Scale considerations recommend 6-8 feet viewing distance – perfect for stair landings or the wall behind a Chesterfield sofa. The painting’s cool palette complements Farrow & Ball’s "Parma Gray" walls or acts as a dramatic counterpoint to earthy terracottas. For collectors, this work particularly enhances rooms featuring Winslow Homer prints or other American marine paintings arranged in salon-style groupings.
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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.
