Lord's Cricket Ground, 1851
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Nicholas (Felix) Wanostrocht's Lord's Cricket Ground, 1851 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
"Lord's Cricket Ground, 1851" by Nicholas 'Felix' Wanostrocht captures the quintessential spirit of Victorian-era cricket with remarkable vivacity. The painting immerses viewers in mid-19th century England's sporting culture through its dynamic composition where gentlemen players in white flannel contrast against lush green fields under soft cloud-strewn skies. Wanostrocht, himself a celebrated cricketer-turned-artist, combines topographic precision with romantic landscape traditions, creating a historical document that transcends mere sports illustration. The work occupies a unique niche in art history—bridging British sporting art (traditionally associated with equestrian or hunting scenes) with evolving landscape painting techniques of the Pre-Raphaelite era. Atmospheric perspective and carefully observed details like the distinctive pavilion architecture authenticate this as both artistic achievement and valuable social chronicle of cricket's golden age.
For interior spaces celebrating heritage or sporting elegance, this artwork deserves generous wall presence—ideally in a wood-paneled study or club-inspired lounge. Choose a substantial frame echoing Victorian aesthetics (e.g., gilt-compo or ebonized oak) to enhance its historical gravitas. The painting's dominant greens and creams harmonize beautifully with leather furnishings, brass accents, or rich mahoganies commonly found in traditional English decor. At approximately 24x36 inches (typical for works of this period), it commands attention best as a focal point above mantels or as part of a curated salon wall with other sporting memorabilia. Corporate settings might feature it in executive suites or client lounges to evoke tradition and fair play—paired perhaps with contemporaneous maps or architectural prints to reinforce period authenticity. Strategic lighting with adjustable museum-grade LEDs will illuminate the subtle interplay of grass textures and cloud formations that make this painting extraordinary.
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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.
