Ezogiku (china Asters)

Bring the timeless beauty of Gyoshu Hayami's Ezogiku (china Asters) 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.

Gyoshu Hayami's "Ezogiku (China Asters)" is a mesmerizing evocation of Japan's Taishō-era romanticism, where natural beauty and emotional depth intertwine. Painted in 1917, this delicate watercolor-on-silk masterpiece depicts vibrant China asters swaying gently against a muted background, their layered petals rendered with astonishing botanical precision softened by misty washes of pigment. As a leading figure of Nihonga (traditional Japanese painting revitalized with modern sensibilities), Hayami bridges ukiyo-e's decorative tradition and Western-influenced realism – note how each flower seems to breathe with lifelike dimensionality while maintaining the poetic flatness characteristic of Japanese aesthetics. This work represents a pivotal moment when Nihonga artists began incorporating subtle spatial depth without sacrificing decorative purity, earning Hayami recognition as one of the "Three Gyos" who shaped 20th-century Japanese art. The painting's quiet intensity, achieved through restrained color harmonies and rhythmic compositions, exemplifies why Hayami's floral works are considered national treasures today.

For contemporary spaces, "Ezogiku" transforms surroundings with its serene sophistication. Hang this artwork in a minimalist study or meditation room where its subdued palette (soft mauves, sage greens, and ivory) can harmonize with organic textures like linen cushions or a weathered oak console. The vertical composition suits narrow walls beside floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing natural light to enhance the silk's luminous quality. In corporate settings, display it in executive suites alongside mid-century Japanese furniture – its curved stems subtly echo Isamu Noguchi's sculptural forms. A framed size approximating 24"x36" maintains intimacy while commanding presence; opt for a matte gold frame to reference traditional byōbu folding screens. For color continuity, introduce accent pieces in the painting's dusky lavender tones through Murano glass vases or a silk rug. The artwork's contemplative nature makes it ideal for spaces prioritizing mindfulness, whether flanked by shoji screens in a bedroom or as a focal point above a low-profile credenza in a fusion-style dining area.

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.

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.