Night
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edward Robert Hughes's Night 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
Edward Robert Hughes' Night (c.1910) is an ethereal masterpiece of late Romanticism, blending Pre-Raphaelite detail with Symbolist mysticism. The painting depicts a sleeping woman cradled by a towering celestial spirit against a moonlit landscape, their diaphanous drapery dissolving into swathes of silver-blue starlight. Hughes' meticulous technique—visible in the luminous skin tones and intricate floral wreaths—pays homage to his mentor William Holman Hunt, while the dreamlike atmosphere anticipates Art Nouveau. As a key work of Britain's "second wave" Pre-Raphaelites, Night reinterprets classical allegory through a psychological lens, its moon goddess imagery echoing contemporaneous works by Evelyn De Morgan. The painting’s fusion of scientific astronomy (accurate constellations) and spiritual symbolism reflects the era’s fascination with the cosmic sublime, securing its status as a bridge between Victorian romanticism and early modernist abstraction.
For contemporary interiors, Night’s opalescent palette makes it ideal for moody, refined spaces. In a study or bedroom, select a gilded Arts & Crafts-style frame to complement its mystical quality, and pair with deep navy or charcoal walls to intensify the celestial glow. The vertical composition (original approx. 120x60cm) suits narrow walls beside arched doorways or above pedestal desks. For offices, balance its romanticism with clean-lined furnishings in oxidized bronze or matte black. Replicate the painting’s color grammar through mercury glass accents and indigo velvet textiles, while directional gallery lighting will animate the moonbeam effects. In modern minimalist settings, display a high-quality reproduction as a focal point against pale gray walls, allowing its intricate details to command attention without visual competition. The subject matter recommends it for meditation spaces or creative studios where its tranquility can inspire introspection.
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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.
