Sufuinkusu Yoru
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Hiroshi Yoshida's Sufuinkusu Yoru 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
Hiroshi Yoshida’s Sufuinkusu Yoru ("Sphinx at Night") is a captivating woodblock print that masterfully blends Eastern and Western artistic sensibilities. Created during Yoshida’s travels to Egypt in the early 20th century, the piece depicts the Great Sphinx bathed in moonlight, its ancient contours softened by delicate gradations of indigo and silver. Yoshida, a pivotal figure in the shin-hanga ("new prints") movement, revitalized traditional ukiyo-e techniques with Western realism and atmospheric depth. The print’s hypnotic stillness evokes both the monument’s timeless grandeur and the artist’s reverence for global landmarks. Historically, Sufuinkusu Yoru exemplifies early 20th-century Japonisme’s reciprocal influence, where Japanese artists reinterpreted Western subjects while retaining lyrical subtlety. Its rarity and technical brilliance—note the luminous sand textures achieved through bokashi (gradated inking)—cement its status as a jewel of early modern printmaking.
For display, Sufuinkusu Yoru thrives in contemplative spaces like a study or minimalist lounge, where its nocturnal palette can anchor softer furnishings. Frame it in a slim black or warm walnut float frame to honor its Edo-period roots while maintaining contemporary edge. The print’s dominant blues pair elegantly with terracotta accents or ochre textiles, echoing desert hues without literal theme-matching. Opt for medium dimensions (~40x30cm)—large enough to showcase Yoshida’s intricate carving yet intimate for private appreciation. In offices, hang it near natural wood finishes to amplify its organic warmth, avoiding stark white walls that may dull its moonlit glow. The scene’s serene majesty makes it ideal for zones meant to inspire quiet reflection, balancing artistic gravitas with understated sophistication.
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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.
