The Japanese Parasol
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of William John Hennessy's The Japanese Parasol 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
"The Japanese Parasol" by William John Hennessy (1870) is a captivating example of Orientalism in 19th-century American art, embodying the period's fascination with Japanese aesthetics following the 1854 opening of Japan to the West. This oil painting immerses viewers in a dreamlike moment - a graceful Western woman in Victorian dress stands beneath a vibrant crimson parasol, its delicate bamboo ribs casting subtle shadows across her face. Hennessy's meticulous brushwork blends academic realism with Japonisme influences, particularly in the flattened compositional space and emphasis on decorative patterns. The artist - an Irish-born American associated with the Hudson River School - demonstrates remarkable sensitivity to light effects, rendering the translucent silk parasol with luminous warmth against muted earthy tones. This work occupies a unique position in art history as a cultural bridge, showcasing how Western artists reinterpreted ukiyo-e prints' principles through distinctly Western subjects and techniques.
For contemporary interior decorating, this artwork's rich ochres and reds would elegantly anchor a study or sitting room with biophilic design elements. Select a wall space receiving natural morning light to echo the painting's soft illumination - ideally above a low Asian-inspired console table or beside minimalist shelving displaying ceramic objets d'art. The 20×16 inch original size suggests an optimal reproduction scale of 24×30 inches with a slender gold-leaf frame to complement the gilded parasol details. In modern offices, pair it with walnut-toned mid-century furniture and indigo textiles for cultured contrast, allowing the parasol's red to become an accent color repeated in velvet cushions or lacquered boxes. For maximal impact in eclectic spaces, hang it as part of a salon-style arrangement with black-and-white Japanese woodblock prints, maintaining consistent 3-inch spacing between frames to create a cohesive gallery wall.
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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.
