Yabakei
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Goyo Hashiguchi's Yabakei 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 woodblock print Yabakei by Goyo Hashiguchi (1880–1921) is a masterpiece of shin-hanga ("new prints"), a 20th-century revival of traditional Japanese ukiyo-e. Depicting a serene gorge in Oita Prefecture, the work balances meticulous naturalism with poetic atmosphere—mist-clad cliffs recede into muted blues, while delicate gradations of ink evoke timeless tranquility. Goyo, celebrated for elevating commercial prints to fine art, bridges Edo-period craftsmanship and modernist refinement. Though his career was brief, Yabakei exemplifies his legacy: only 14 known designs exist, each prized for lyrical precision. This rare print, created posthumously in 1921, reflects shin-hanga’s global influence during the Taisho era, when Western collectors fueled demand for Japan’s "floating world" aesthetic reimagined through subtle dimensionality and mood.
For interiors, Yabakei’s subdued palette (indigo, slate, and parchment tones) suits minimalist or Japandi spaces—layer it with woven textiles and matte ceramics to amplify its organic harmony. In an office, pair with mid-century walnut furniture; the print’s 40×25 cm standard size demands an uncluttered wall near natural light to highlight its nuanced bokashi (gradations). For bold contrast, frame in a slim black oak border against warm white walls, or opt for a shou sugi ban-inspired charred wood frame to reinforce its wabi-sabi essence. Avoid competing patterns; let its flowing composition anchor a meditation nook or reading corner. In commercial settings like boutique hotels, large-format reproductions (scaled to 80×50 cm) can enhance Zen-like lobbies when flanked by ikebana arrangements.
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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.
