Foster 94 88 Aurangzebs Mosque on the River Ganges Palace of Raja Abal Benares
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of William Hodges's Foster 94 88 Aurangzebs Mosque on the River Ganges Palace of Raja Abal Benares 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 Hodges' Foster 94 88 Aurangzebs Mosque on the River Ganges Palace of Raja Abal Benares (c. 1781) is a luminous example of 18th-century British Orientalist landscape painting. This evocative watercolor captures the serene majesty of the Ganges at twilight, where Aurangzeb’s Mosque and the palace of Raja Abal rise in harmonious contrast—one reflecting Islamic grandeur, the other Hindu opulence. Hodges, a pupil of Richard Wilson and draughtsman for Captain Cook’s voyages, renders the scene with delicate washes of color, blending topographical precision with Romantic luminosity. The composition balances architectural detail with atmospheric perspective, a hallmark of his hybrid Neoclassical-Romantic style. As one of the first Western artists to document India’s monuments authentically, Hodges’ works like this bridged ethnographic documentation and aesthetic idealism, influencing later Orientalist painters like Thomas Daniell. The painting epitomizes British colonial fascination with India’s cultural duality while standing as a pivotal work in the transition from Enlightenment-era objectivity to Romantic exoticism.
For a refined interior setting, this Hodges masterpiece would elevate a study or executive office with its serene yet intellectually charged aura. Opt for a matted frame in oxidized silver or warm walnut to complement the artwork’s muted blues and ochres, enhancing its 18th-century travelogue charm. Display it against deep-toned walls (e.g., Farrow & Ball’s India Yellow or Hague Blue) to intensify its twilight glow, or in a minimalist space to let its intricate details command attention. Ideal spacing would be above a writing desk or between floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, paired with Georgian-style furnishings or Indian woodcarvings for cross-cultural synergy. A medium-large format (approx. 24x36” print) ensures visibility without overwhelming, while directional lighting (warm 2700K LEDs) can mimic the painting’s golden-hour radiance. The scene’s tranquil river vista also makes it apt for meditation spaces, where its balanced composition promotes calm focus.
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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.
