After the Deluge: The 41st Day, 1885-86
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of George Frederick Watts's After the Deluge: The 41st Day, 1885-86 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
After the Deluge: The 41st Day (1885-86) by George Frederick Watts is a hauntingly powerful allegorical painting that captures the aftermath of the biblical Flood with profound emotional depth. Bathed in a ghostly, golden light, the composition depicts a lone figure—traditionally interpreted as Noah—standing atop Mount Ararat, gazing over a vast, misty expanse of receding waters. Watts’ mastery of Symbolism is evident in the dreamlike atmosphere, where the boundaries between reality and myth blur. The muted palette of ochres and cool blues, combined with loose, expressive brushwork, conveys both devastation and quiet hope, reflecting Watts’ fascination with grand spiritual themes. Created during the Victorian era’s fascination with moral allegory, this work cemented Watts' reputation as "England’s Michelangelo" for his ambition to address universal human struggles through art. Its introspective tone and timeless subject place it among the most significant 19th-century British paintings, bridging Pre-Raphaelite detail and the emergent emotional intensity of Symbolism.
For spaces seeking contemplative gravitas, After the Deluge would anchor a study or executive office with its subdued yet luminous tones. Its ideal setting would feature warm, earthy wall colors—deep terracotta or charcoal gray—to harmonize with the painting’s golden glow, avoiding stark whites that might dilute its solemnity. A large, ornate gilt frame would accentuate its Victorian origins, while minimalist furniture in walnut or blackened steel would balance its drama. Position it as a focal point above a leather-upholstered armchair or a sleek console table, where its narrative depth can resonate. Smaller reproductions could work in gallery walls alongside monochrome landscapes or abstract works with similar tonal warmth. Given its original large scale (approximately 6 x 4 feet), a high-quality print should command ample wall space to preserve its immersive impact—ideal for rooms with high ceilings and soft, directional lighting to echo the painting’s celestial radiance.
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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.
