





Greyhounds
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John Emms's Greyhounds 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
"Greyhounds" by John Emms (1843–1912) captures the elegant athleticism of hunting dogs with remarkable vitality. The Victorian-era painting showcases Emms' signature sporting art style – precise anatomical rendering balanced with loose, energetic brushstrokes in the background landscape. Two greyhounds are typically depicted mid-movement, their sleek forms taut with anticipation, surrounded by muted earth tones that make their fawn-colored coats glow. As a leading animalier painter of late 19th-century Britain, Emms elevated canine portraiture beyond hunting documentation to fine art status, popularizing dynamic compositions where dogs appear engaged in natural activities. His works bridge Romanticism's emotional intensity with Victorian naturalism, offering valuable insights into period human-animal relationships while demonstrating technical mastery still admired by collectors today.
For interior styling, this artwork shines in traditional or country-chic spaces. Consider hanging it above a Chesterfield sofa in a wood-paneled study, where the painting's warm ochres complement leather furnishings and brass accents. The ideal frame would be a 2-3" gilt moulding with subtle distressing to enhance its heritage appeal. In contemporary offices, choose a spacious wall (the original oil typically measures around 24×36 inches) and pair with minimalist furniture to let the dynamic composition become the focal point. For color harmony, incorporate slate blue or sage green accents that echo common background hues in Emms' works. In entryways, a well-lit spot opposite mirrors can create delightful visual doubling of the greyhounds' graceful forms, while conservation glass will protect the artwork's rich pigments from UV damage.
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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.