Alnaschar's Fortune, Arabian Nights
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of William Ewart Lockhart's Alnaschar's Fortune, Arabian Nights 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
William Ewart Lockhart's Alnaschar's Fortune, Arabian Nights is a mesmerizing oil painting that transports viewers into the magical world of One Thousand and One Nights. This 1879 masterpiece captures the pivotal moment from the tale of Alnaschar, a daydreaming barber whose porcelain fantasies shatter as violently as his wares. Lockhart, a Scottish Orientalist painter, renders the scene with meticulous realism—the broken crockery strewn across the floor, the interplay of warm lamplight and cool shadows, and the protagonist's dramatic gesture all heighten the tension between illusion and harsh reality. The work exemplifies 19th-century Orientalism with its exoticized Middle Eastern setting, but stands apart through its psychological depth and masterful chiaroscuro technique reminiscent of Rembrandt. Acquired by the Royal Scottish Academy, this painting remains significant for bridging Victorian narrative painting with Pre-Raphaelite attention to detail, offering both moral allegory and visual splendor.
For interior spaces, Alnaschar's Fortune would anchor a study or executive office with its rich storytelling and sophisticated palette. Its ideal dimensions (approximately 120 x 90 cm) suit a focal wall above a vintage desk or carved wooden console. The painting’s warm amber tones and deep blues harmonize with leather furnishings, brass accents, or Persian rugs, while its Orientalist theme complements Moorish arches or Moroccan lanterns. In minimalist settings, float-frame it against neutral walls to let the dramatic lighting pop. For galleries or lobbies, pair it with other Victorian narratives or Islamic art to create cultural dialogue. Avoid overcrowding the display—this work demands space for contemplation, much like Alnaschar's shattered dreams demand reflection on ambition and folly.
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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.
