Kagami No Mae
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Hiroshi Yoshida's Kagami No Mae 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
Kagami No Mae (Before the Mirror), created by Hiroshi Yoshida in 1926, is a stunning example of early 20th-century Japanese woodblock printing that masterfully blends traditional ukiyo-e techniques with subtle Western influences. The artwork depicts a young woman in a delicate kimono seated before a mirror, her reflection captured with exquisite detail against a muted background of translucent sliding screens. Yoshida’s signature atmospheric gradations (bokashi) create a dreamlike quality, where the interplay of light and shadow suggests quiet introspection. As a leading figure of the shin-hanga (new prints) movement, Yoshida revitalized Japan’s printmaking tradition by infusing it with nuanced realism and psychological depth. This particular piece exemplifies his ability to transform domestic scenes into timeless meditations on beauty and transience, securing its status as a seminal work bridging Edo-period craftsmanship and modern artistic sensibilities.
For interior styling, Kagami No Mae’s subdued palette of soft grays, blush pinks, and silvery blues makes it exceptionally versatile. Consider hanging it in a minimalist study or bedroom where its contemplative mood can shine—pair with low-profile walnut furniture and woven rattan accents to echo its organic warmth. The standard ōban size (approx. 25x38cm) allows for elegant grouping with smaller botanical prints or singular placement above a console table adorned with a ceramic incense burner. In contemporary offices, frame it with a delicate maple floater to complement the paper’s texture, positioning it where natural light can enhance its luminous layers. Its vertical composition balances sleek, modern shelving units beautifully, while the artwork’s restrained colors prevent visual competition in spaces with bold architectural elements like exposed concrete or dark accent walls.
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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.
