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About this painting
KING LEAR AND CORDELIA is a profoundly moving painting created by the British artist Edward Matthew Ward. This dramatic masterpiece vividly portrays one of the most heart-wrenching scenes from Shakespeare's legendary tragedy, capturing the intense emotions of King Lear's downfall and the unwavering devotion of Cordelia. While its precise location is not publicly known, this significant artwork now resides in a private collection, where it continues to captivate viewers. Many art lovers appreciate artworks with the distinctive style of Academism, which is celebrated for its meticulous detail, narrative power, and ability to convey grand historical or literary moments with profound human emotion. This makes it a truly beloved piece for us to replicate. Our Master Canvas Art painting is designed to do tributes and reverence to original works like this. We will paint a 100% perfect look, carefully capturing the essence of Edward Matthew Ward's vision. We strive to produce the same masterful Academism, replicating the intricate details and emotional depth of all the original painting's techniques. Each Master Canvas Art painting reproduction is hand-painted from scratch by our experienced artist.
What you receive
A genuine hand-painted oil reproduction of your selected painting, signed by the artist on the reverse and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
Painting only — frame not included. The frame picker above is a visualization tool to help you choose a frame locally that fits your interior.
Depending on the size you order, your painting arrives either stretched on wooden bars (ready to hang) or rolled in a protective tube for local stretching and framing.
Shipping & Returns
Production: Each painting is hand-painted to order in our studio, typically 4–6 weeks from purchase to completion.
Delivery: Worldwide tracked shipping, typically 5–7 business days after production. Free shipping on every order.
Returns: 14-day satisfaction guarantee. If your painting arrives damaged or differs significantly from the listing, we’ll repaint it or refund in full.
Authenticity & Quality
Every reproduction is painted by skilled artists using museum-grade oil paints on cotton canvas. We do not print, transfer, or use any digital reproduction process — every brushstroke is laid down by hand.
Each canvas is signed by the artist on the back. A certificate of authenticity is included with every order.
Care Instructions
Hang in indirect light to preserve pigment vibrancy. Avoid direct sunlight, fireplaces, and humid bathrooms.
Dust gently with a dry, soft cloth (never water or cleaning solutions). The natural oil finish cures fully over 6–12 months and will deepen in tone with time.
