Kao Arau Onna/woman Washing Her Face
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Goyo Hashiguchi's Kao Arau Onna/woman Washing Her Face 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
Goyo Hashiguchi’s Woman Washing Her Face (Kao Arau Onna, 1920) is a mesmerizing shin-hanga woodblock print that captures quiet intimacy with exquisite refinement. A young woman, draped in a softly patterned kimono, leans over a basin, her face partially obscured as she rinses her skin—a moment of private ritual rendered with delicate precision. The muted palette of indigo, cream, and faint blush tones creates a serene, almost poetic atmosphere, while Goyo’s masterful lines convey the fabric’s weight and the figure’s graceful posture. As one of the artist’s final works, it embodies the shin-hanga movement’s revival of ukiyo-e traditions, blending Western realism with Japanese aesthetics. Though Goyo produced few prints before his early death, this piece is celebrated for its emotional depth and technical perfection, cementing his legacy as a bridge between Edo-period craftsmanship and early modern sensibilities.
For a harmonious display, consider placing Woman Washing Her Face in a minimalist or Japandi-inspired space, where its subdued elegance can shine. A muted wooden frame (light ash or walnut) would complement the print’s earthy tones, while a matte ivory matte enhances its softness. Ideal for a bedroom, bathroom, or serene office nook, the intimate scale (typical of shin-hanga, around 40x30cm) suits smaller walls or vignettes—pair it with organic textures like washi paper lamps or a single ikebana arrangement to echo its tranquility. Avoid competing patterns; instead, let it anchor a monochromatic scheme with accents in indigo or warm stone hues. For lighting, diffuse natural light or a warm LED spotlight will amplify its quiet luminosity without glare, preserving the contemplative mood.
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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.
