Nagajuban
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Goyo Hashiguchi's Nagajuban 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 woodblock print Nagajuban (1920) by Goyo Hashiguchi captures an intimate moment of feminine grace, exemplifying the pinnacle of Japan's shin-hanga (new prints) movement. A young woman adjusts her pale underkimono (nagajuban) with elegant fingers, her expression contemplative beneath a softly swept coiffure. Hashiguchi's masterful use of muted earth tones—warm ochres, creamy whites, and subtle greys—creates a tactile atmosphere, where the textile's wrinkles seem to whisper against skin. This work transcends mere illustration; it embodies iki, an Edo-era aesthetic of sophisticated subtlety. As one of only 16 woodblock designs Hashiguchi completed before his death, Nagajuban represents the artist's pursuit of perfection—each brushstroke carved into cherry wood with painstaking precision. Today, it is celebrated as a bridge between ukiyo-e traditions and modernist sensibilities, its quiet eroticism influencing later artists like Takahashi Hiroaki.
For interior placement, consider a minimalist tokonoma alcove or a study with shoji screens to echo the print's Japanese heritage. Its 40x26cm dimensions suit intimate spaces—flank it with washi paper lamps or place it beside a low lacquered table to enhance its contemplative mood. The warm taupe and ivory palette harmonizes effortlessly with Scandinavian oak furniture or mid-century modern teak pieces. In corporate settings, display it in a executive lounge with clean-lined furnishings; the artwork’s restrained elegance conveys cultural refinement without overwhelming contemporary decor. Opt for a handmade shibori textile in indigo as an accent pillow to create chromatic dialogue, and avoid competing artworks—Hashiguchi’s composition demands undivided attention. For lighting, directional LED spotlights at 3000K will accentuate the delicate bokashi (gradated) ink work without glare.
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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.
