Striking The Balance
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Harry Herman Roseland's Striking The Balance 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 painting Striking The Balance by Harry Herman Roseland captures a poignant moment of quiet reflection. Set against a dimly lit interior, Roseland portrays an elderly man intently weighing coins on a small scale, his weathered face illuminated by a solitary candle. The subdued chiaroscuro technique heightens the solemn mood, drawing inspiration from Dutch Golden Age genre scenes yet infusing it with Roseland’s signature American realism. Active in the early 20th century, Roseland was renowned for his empathetic depictions of working-class life—a contrast to the era’s prevailing romanticism. Though not as widely celebrated as his contemporaries like John Singer Sargent, Striking The Balance exemplifies Roseland’s mastery in storytelling through intimate, everyday scenes, offering a historical glimpse into early 20th-century frugality and resilience. Today, it remains a subtle gem within American narrative painting, admired for its emotional depth and technical precision.
For interiors, Striking The Balance would lend gravitas to a study, library, or executive office. Its muted earth tones—ochres, deep browns, and soft golds—pair beautifully with traditional wood furniture or leather accents, while the candlelight’s warmth complements brass or bronze decor. Opt for a medium-to-large frame (24x30 inches or similar) to preserve its detailed brushwork, ideally hung at eye level beside a reading nook or desk to echo the painting’s contemplative energy. In minimalist spaces, it creates a striking focal point; in eclectic settings, it harmonizes with vintage globes, antique scales, or gilded mirrors. Avoid overly bright lighting—soft, directional lamps will enhance its atmospheric glow, mirroring the artwork’s own play of light and shadow.
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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.
