Taste of Success – Limited Edition by Eric Christensen

A Napa Valley Wine Country Celebration

“Taste of Success” by renowned Wine Country artist Eric Christensen is a signed limited edition giclée available on canvas or metal sublimation. This hyperrealistic watercolor celebrates one of Napa Valley’s most coveted wines — Harlan Estate — in a luminous still life that captures the reward of patience and the richness of achievement.

Artist Statement about the Piece

"Like a stellar return on investment, there are but a few occasions when patience pays off. As you consider your collection of vintage treasures—quietly resting in a perfect climate—you are reminded of all your hard work and the sacrifices made. Surely there comes a time to claim the prize and enjoy the fruits of your labor – will it be now? Will it be worth the wait? Go ahead – life is too short. It’s time to savor the ‘Taste of Success.’" – Eric Christensen

Featured Wine in Taste of Success

• Harlan Estate

Artwork Description

Christensen’s Taste of Success is a masterwork that celebrates Napa Valley’s dedication to excellence in winemaking. Featuring the iconic Harlan Estate wine, the composition conveys refinement, elegance, and the satisfaction of a well-earned reward.

As with all Christensen works, the hyperrealistic watercolor technique brings unmatched light and detail, creating an image often mistaken for oil or photography.

Though the original watercolor has been sold, this limited edition giclée on canvas or metal allows collectors to experience the timeless brilliance of Christensen’s artistry.

Limited Edition Details & Sizes

Each Limited Edition is hand signed by Eric Christensen and includes a certificate of authenticity.

• Signed & Numbered Edition (SN) – Largest Edition

• Artist Proof Edition (AP) – Includes an original sketch on the back of the canvas or on separate paper, offering a rare glimpse into Christensen’s process.

• Publisher Proof Edition (PP) – Signed, numbered, and includes an original sketch. A true collector’s treasure.
  
  
  

  Sizes & Editions

  • 24 x 32"

    • SN Edition of 150

    • AP Edition of 20

    • PP Edition of 10

  • 32 x 40"

    • SN Edition of 75

    • AP Edition of 10

    • PP Edition of 5

Format Options

Giclée on Canvas

Created with museum-quality archival inks and premium canvas. Each canvas is finished with a protective coating for vibrancy and longevity.

• Rolled Canvas – Ships ready for stretching and framing. Use promo code ROLLWITHIT for free U.S. shipping.

• Gallery-Wrapped Canvas – Stretched on 1.5" bars with mirrored sides, wired, and ready to hang. Perfect for a clean, modern look or float framing.

Metal Sublimation Print

Ink is heat-pressed directly into coated aluminum for exceptional durability and color brilliance. Features a hidden float mount for a striking frameless display. Also available unmounted for custom framing — contact us for pricing.

Framing Options

Framing enhances the elegance of Christensen’s artwork.

• Contact us to connect with a Gallery 1870 framing specialist to explore custom frame options.
• Our featured frame is a rustic barnwood float frame. Please inquire for more information.

Original Commission

• The original watercolor of Taste of Success has sold, but Eric Christensen is Please contact us for more information about commissioning with Eric Christensen.

Shipping & Order Fulfillment

• Most Eric Christensen art is custom order. Please allow 2–5 weeks to receive tracking.

• UPS Ground, insured, signature required.

• Rolled canvas ships free within the continental U.S. with promo code ROLLWITHIT.

• Contact us for international shipping quotes.

• Returns: Exchange available within 30 days. All sales final on custom-framed artwork.

About the Artist – Eric Christensen

Eric Christensen began painting professionally in 1992 and quickly earned recognition as one of the most celebrated Wine Country artists. Entirely self-taught, he developed a groundbreaking watercolor technique that produces images so vivid and detailed they are often mistaken for oil paintings or photographs. Christensen is the only known artist to achieve true hyperrealism using standard watercolor.

Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, Eric’s childhood interests included painting, botany, classical music, and gourmet cooking. These passions blended naturally into the lifelike still lifes and wine-country scenes that have made him world-renowned. After opening a successful gallery in Yountville, California in the heart of Napa Valley, Christensen ultimately chose to devote himself full-time to painting. His work has been featured in national magazines, newspapers, and on television, including Wine Country Living.

Eric’s “wine art” transcends the bottle itself to capture the romance of the Napa lifestyle — often incorporating fresh produce, flowers, and gourmet pairings into his compositions. His meticulous dry-brush technique requires over 30 layers of paint, allowing him to create luminous colors, rich shadows, and an extraordinary sense of realism.

Collectors of Christensen’s art often own multiple works, cherishing his rare ability to celebrate fine wine, food, and the beauty of natural materials in a single hyper-realistic image. His paintings are not only admired for their technical brilliance but also for their ability to transport viewers into the lifestyle of wine country.

Renowned Watercolor artist Eric Christensen in his home Studio working on one of his original watercolor paintings that he painted for Gallery 1870 in Downtown Napa.

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