King Cophetua And The Beggar Maid
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones's King Cophetua And The Beggar Maid 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
King Cophetua and the Beggar Maid by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones is a mesmerizing Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece that exudes an aura of dreamlike romance and medieval mysticism. Painted between 1880 and 1884, the work illustrates the legendary tale of King Cophetua, who forsakes wealth for love upon encountering a beautiful beggar maid. Bathed in a golden, otherworldly glow, the composition centers on the maid’s serene posture and the king’s reverent gaze, framed by intricate textiles and jewel-toned drapery. Burne-Jones’s meticulous attention to detail, elongated figures, and subdued yet luminous palette reflect his adherence to Pre-Raphaelite ideals—blending symbolism with Renaissance-inspired elegance. Historically significant, the painting was hailed as a triumph at the 1884 Paris Salon, cementing Burne-Jones’s reputation as a leader of the Aesthetic Movement and a bridge between Romanticism and Symbolism. Today, it remains a quintessential example of Victorian allegorical art, celebrated for its poetic melancholy and technical refinement.
For interior styling, King Cophetua and the Beggar Maid lends itself to spaces that embrace opulence and narrative depth. Ideal for a study, library, or formal lounge, its rich greens, blues, and golds pair elegantly with dark wood furniture, velvet upholstery, or gilded accents. To harmonize with its medieval themes, consider placing it alongside wrought-iron lighting, tapestry-inspired textiles, or ornate frames. The large scale (293 × 136 cm) demands a prominent wall, ideally in a room with high ceilings and subdued lighting to mirror its contemplative mood. For modern offices, balance its grandeur with minimalist decor—neutral walls and sleek lines—to let the painting’s drama take center stage. A reproduction in archival-quality matte or lightly textured paper can enhance its timeless appeal without overwhelming smaller spaces.
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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.
