Six-Fold Screen depicting Flowering Plants in the Four Seasons, early Edo Period
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Nonomura Sotatsu's Six-Fold Screen depicting Flowering Plants in the Four Seasons, early Edo Period 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
The Six-Fold Screen Depicting Flowering Plants in the Four Seasons by Nonomura Sotatsu, created in the early Edo period, is a masterful celebration of nature's cyclical beauty. This gilded folding screen immerses viewers in a poetic landscape where delicate cherry blossoms, vibrant chrysanthemums, and elegant grasses unfold across six panels with rhythmic grace. Sotatsu, a pioneering figure of the Rinpa school, employs bold mineral pigments against shimmering gold leaf, creating breathtaking contrasts between organic forms and abstract backgrounds. The composition flows effortlessly between seasons, demonstrating the artist's genius for transforming decorative art into profound visual poetry. As one of Japan's most influential screen painters, Sotatsu elevated the genre beyond mere ornamentation, bridging aristocratic refinement and emerging merchant-class aesthetics. The work exemplifies yamato-e traditions while showcasing innovative techniques like tarashikomi (ink pooling), securing its status as a cornerstone of Japanese art history.
When incorporating this masterpiece's essence into modern spaces, consider its grand scale (typical Edo-period screens measure approximately 150cm tall x 360cm wide when fully expanded). For homes with high ceilings or open-plan offices, a faithful reproduction could create a stunning focal point behind a low sofa or conference table. Pair it with clean-lined furniture in dark woods to echo its traditional yet sophisticated vibe, or contrast it with minimalist decor for contemporary tension. The artwork's gold-leaf background warms north-facing rooms, while its seasonal florals inspire rotating accent colors—soft pinks for spring, lush greens for summer. In smaller spaces, frame individual floral motifs as a series, maintaining visual harmony by matching frames to the screen's lacquered borders. Lighting should be diffuse to mimic the original's atmospheric glow, avoiding harsh spotlights that compromise its delicate details.
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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.
