Horse Rearing
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of William Sommer's Horse Rearing 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 Sommer's Horse Rearing is a dynamic modernist work that captures raw energy through bold brushstrokes and vibrant color contrasts. Painted in 1915 during Sommer's association with the Cleveland avant-garde movement, the piece exemplifies early American modernism with its expressionist overtones—freely distorting form to convey emotion. Against a fragmented backdrop reminiscent of Cubist landscapes, the rearing horse becomes an emblem of untamed vitality, its angular limbs and fiery palette evoking tension between natural power and artistic abstraction. Historically significant, Sommer's work bridges European modernist influences with distinctly American regionalism, positioning him as a pivotal yet often overlooked figure in pre-war avant-garde circles. The painting's unrestrained spontaneity foreshadows Abstract Expressionism while retaining figurative roots—a testament to Sommer's unique transitional role in 20th-century art.
For contemporary interiors, Horse Rearing commands attention as a statement piece ideally suited above mid-century modern sideboards or in minimalist office lobbies. Its terra-cotta and Prussian blue hues harmonize wonderfully with warm wood tones and leather furnishings—consider pairing with Knoll-style angular seating to echo its geometric tension. The dramatic composition thrives in elevated positions (eye-level to 10" above furniture) within spaces boasting 9'+ ceilings to accommodate its typical 24"x30" dimensions. In home offices, position opposite windows where shifting daylight animates its impasto textures; for corporate settings, flank with adjustable LED spotlights at 3000K to amplify color saturation. Smaller study rooms benefit from high-resolution giclée reproductions scaled to 18"x24", while oversized lobbies can showcase the original's visceral brushwork through strategic placement 8-10 feet from seating areas—creating an arresting focal point that sparks conversation without overwhelming adjacent décor.
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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.
