The Combat of Two Knights
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Daniel Maclise's The Combat of Two Knights 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 Combat of Two Knights by Daniel Maclise (1806–1870) is a breathtaking Romantic-era tableau that plunges viewers into the heart of medieval drama. Painted in 1836, this large-scale watercolor (90 x 120 cm) vividly captures two armored knights locked in mortal combat, their muscular steeds rearing amidst swirling drapery and flying lances. Maclise’s work epitomizes the Victorian fascination with chivalric themes, blending Pre-Raphaelite attention to historical detail with Baroque dynamism—note how the diagonally crossed lances create explosive tension while the crimson cloak mirrors bloodshed symbolism. As a founding Royal Academician and illustrator of Dickens’ works, Maclise positioned this piece as a bridge between narrative painting and emerging medieval revivalism, later influencing Burne-Jones’ tapestry designs. The metallic sheen on the armor, achieved through innovative gum arabic layering, remains a textbook example of watercolor virtuosity.
For contemporary interiors, this artwork commands attention best in study libraries or corporate boardrooms with wood-paneled walls. Opt for ornate gilt frames (4-5" width) to echo its medieval grandeur while balancing the cool armor tones with cognac leather furnishings. In modern lofts, display it as a dramatic focal point above low-slung charcoal sofas—the painting’s vertical energy (nearly 3’ tall) visually elevates low-ceiling spaces. Pair with Tiffany-style lamps to pick up the jewel tones in the knights’ heraldry, or flank with minimalist steel bookcases for an intriguing material contrast. For offices, scale reproductions to 24x36" for executive suites, positioning opposite windows to exploit the watercolor’s luminosity. The work’s narrative intensity suits creative industries but may overwhelm meditation spaces—balance with neutral wool rugs in Prussian blue to ground its theatricality.
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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.
