Street Scene, Tokyo
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edward Atkinson Hornel's Street Scene, Tokyo 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
Edward Atkinson Hornel’s Street Scene, Tokyo captures the vibrant pulse of Meiji-era Japan with rich, textured brushwork and a luminous interplay of light and color. A Scottish painter influenced by the Glasgow Boys and Japonisme, Hornel traveled to Japan in 1893–1894, where he immersed himself in its visual culture. This work epitomizes his signature style—thick impasto, flattened perspectives, and a decorative focus on pattern—blending Western Post-Impressionism with Japanese woodblock aesthetics. Though lesser-known than contemporaries like Van Gogh, Hornel’s cross-cultural explorations contributed to the late 19th-century dialogue on exoticism and artistic hybridity. The painting’s crowded yet harmonious composition, alive with figures in traditional attire and glowing lanterns, evokes a sense of fleeting beauty (mono no aware), positioning it as both a historical document and a poetic homage.
For decor, Street Scene, Tokyo shines in spaces craving warmth and dynamism. Its ideal setting is a study or lounge with wood-toned furniture—think mid-century modern or Arts & Crafts—where its gold and crimson hues can echo in textiles or ceramics. The painting’s intimate scale (typical of Hornel’s panels) suits a focal point above a console or desk, balanced by minimalist surroundings to avoid visual clutter. Pair it with matte black frames or washi-paper accents to honor its Eastern roots. In offices, it energizes creative environments; at home, it fosters cultural depth alongside botanical prints or subdued Japandi decor. Choose indirect lighting to amplify its jewel-like tones without glare, letting the artwork’s storytelling glow.
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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.
