Long Tailed Parrakeet
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sarah Stone's Long Tailed Parrakeet 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
Sarah Stone's Long Tailed Parrakeet is a mesmerizing avian portrait that exemplifies the delicate artistry of 18th-century natural history illustration. Created circa 1780, this watercolor painting showcases Stone’s exceptional ability to blend scientific precision with aesthetic grace—capturing the parakeet’s emerald-green plumage, sinuous tail feathers, and alert gaze in exquisite detail. As one of the foremost female natural history artists of her time, Stone contributed to documenting exotic species brought back by British explorers, her works often commissioned by collectors like Sir Joseph Banks. The painting’s luminous colors and lifelike composition reflect the Enlightenment’s fascination with biodiversity, bridging art and science. Today, it stands as a testament to both the era’s colonial curiosity and the overlooked contributions of women in early scientific illustration, offering historical significance beyond its visual charm.
For interiors, Long Tailed Parrakeet lends a refined yet vibrant touch. Its lush greens and organic forms make it ideal for spaces styled with botanical motifs—pair it with muted neutrals (e.g., taupe or ivory walls) to let the colors pop, or with rich teal accents for a cohesive, nature-inspired palette. A matted frame in antique gold or black wood would underscore its classical elegance, while a minimalist floater frame could modernize it for contemporary offices. Given its likely small-to-medium scale (typical of Stone’s works), it shines as part of a gallery wall alongside other natural history prints or as a focal point above a writing desk. In a study or sunroom, the artwork’s tranquil energy enhances productivity, while its historical depth sparks conversation in formal settings like lobbies or lounges.
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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.
