The Two Crowns
To scale 31 x 26 in on the wall
Representative Hand-applied gesso embellishment
About the Artwork
Painted at the height of Dicksee's career when he served as President of the Royal Academy, this work exemplifies the artist's fascination with themes of chivalric romance and medieval pageantry that dominated British Pre-Raphaelite circles. The painting emerged during a period when Dicksee was exploring increasingly theatrical compositions, moving beyond his earlier intimate portraits to embrace grand historical narratives. Created in 1900, The Two Crowns reflects the Victorian era's romanticized vision of medieval heroism, yet Dicksee's sophisticated handling of light and shadow reveals his departure from strict Pre-Raphaelite principles toward a more Aesthetic Movement sensibility. The work garnered significant attention at the Royal Academy exhibition, where critics praised Dicksee's ability to balance dramatic storytelling with painterly refinement.
Product Specifications
- Finished size
- 31 x 26 in
- Frame
- Gold, premium resin, mitred
- Canvas
- Heavyweight Fredrix poly/cotton
- Finish
- Hand-applied gesso embellishment
- Inks
- Archival HP Latex, 100-year colorfastness
- Stretcher
- Solid poplar, kiln dried
- Hanging
- Wire and dust cover fitted
- Item
- 1470221
Shipping, Returns & Care
Shipping & Delivery
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Every piece is made to order and ships by the next business day (Monday–Friday). Standard ground delivery typically arrives 3–5 business days after shipment, so most orders are on your wall within a week of ordering.
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Care & Hanging
Every piece arrives ready to hang: wire hardware pre-installed, kraft paper dust cover, gallery-finished corners.
Hanging: Every piece ships with hanging hardware.
Care: Dust lightly with a soft, dry cloth as needed. Avoid direct sunlight to preserve the colors. Avoid hanging in high-humidity environments (bathrooms with active showers). Our finish is durable but is not waterproof.
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