'The Green Hat', a portrait of Mrs Claude Johnson
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ambrose McEvoy's 'The Green Hat', a portrait of Mrs Claude Johnson 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
Ambrose McEvoy’s The Green Hat (1904) captures the understated elegance of Mrs. Claude Johnson—wife of Rolls-Royce’s managing director—with a dreamy, painterly brilliance. Bathed in soft, diffused light, she stands in a garden setting, her vivid green hat serving as the focal point against a muted backdrop of blues and creams. McEvoy’s loose brushwork and delicate handling of color reflect the influence of Whistler and the Aesthetic Movement, fusing impressionistic spontaneity with the poise of Edwardian portraiture. This work is a prime example of McEvoy’s early style, before his later shift to war art, and remains celebrated for its lyrical charm—an evocative bridge between the romanticism of late-Victorian portraiture and the modernity of early 20th-century British art. Its intimate scale and introspective mood continue to captivate, highlighting McEvoy’s gift for atmosphere.
For display, The Green Hat would lend an air of curated sophistication to a softly lit study, drawing room, or boutique office space. Its muted tones harmonize beautifully with warm neutrals like taupe, ivory, or pale gray walls, while the hat’s emerald hue invites subtle accents—think velvet cushions or a vintage desk lamp. Given its intimate size (likely under 24 inches), it shines best as part of a gallery wall with other small, tonal works or alone in a gilded frame above a console table. Avoid overcrowding; the painting thrives with breathing room. For modern spaces, pair it with sleek, mid-century furnishings to balance its romanticism, ensuring it remains a quiet yet mesmerizing focal point.
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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.
