![Moonlight [left of the pair Beauties in Spring] Oil Painting by Chobunsai Eishi](https://www.niceartgallery.com/imgs/4562530/l/chobunsai-eishi-moonlight-left-of-the-pair-beauties-in-spring-e83c82cc.jpg "Moonlight [left of the pair Beauties in Spring] Oil Painting by Chobunsai Eishi")
Moonlight [left of the pair Beauties in Spring]
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Chobunsai Eishi's Moonlight [left of the pair Beauties in Spring] 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 delicate hanging scroll Moonlight [left of the pair Beauties in Spring] by Chobunsai Eishi (1756–1829) transports viewers to the refined world of Edo-period bijin-ga ("pictures of beautiful women"). Bathed in soft moonlight filtering through delicate cherry branches, an elegant courtesan pauses mid-stroll, her layered kimono rendered in subtle gradations of silver and pale pink that shimmer with quiet luxury. As part of Eishi's diptych celebrating spring, this late-18th-century masterpiece exemplifies the transition from ukiyo-e's bold prints to aristocratic nikuhitsu-ga painting - its poetic restraint showcasing why Eishi, originally a painter for the shogunate, became revered for dissolving boundaries between courtly yamato-e and popular ukiyo-e traditions. The asymmetric composition, where negative space becomes as meaningful as the figure's graceful silhouette, demonstrates his innovative reinterpretation of Heian-period aesthetics for Edo's floating world.
When displaying this work in contemporary spaces, honor its intimate scale (likely around 30×40cm) with thoughtful juxtaposition. In a minimalist office, frame it in a slim black lacquer shadowbox against pale gray walls to echo Edo-period shōji screens, allowing the metallic pigments to catch changing daylight as the original scroll would have. For residential settings, pair it with low, clean-lined furnishings in walnut tones that complement the warm paper undertones, or create striking contrast by hanging it above a single stemmed orchid in a celadon vase. Avoid competing patterns—this painting thrives when surrounded by solid textures like raw silk or washi paper lampshades that extend its refined tranquility. In dining rooms, let the color scheme guide tableware selections: milky Hakuji porcelain and brushed brass candleholders subtly amplify the artwork's moonlit glow while maintaining its contemplative elegance.
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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.
