Matsukaze, Murasame And Ariwara No Yukihira From The Kabuki Dance"shiokumi" (salt Gathering)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Isoda Koryusai's Matsukaze, Murasame And Ariwara No Yukihira From The Kabuki Dance"shiokumi" (salt Gathering) 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 vibrant woodblock print Matsukaze, Murasame And Ariwara No Yukihira From The Kabuki Dance "Shiokumi" (Salt Gathering) by Isoda Koryusai captures the lyrical beauty and dynamic energy of Edo-period kabuki theater. Created during Japan's golden age of ukiyo-e (c. 1770s), Koryusai’s work showcases his signature blend of graceful figures and delicate patterning—bridging the transitional period between early ukiyo-e masters like Harunobu and later icons like Utamaro. The scene depicts two female salt gatherers (Matsukaze and Murasame) encountering the disguised nobleman Ariwara no Yukihira—a poetic Noh-derived tale reimagined for kabuki’s visual spectacle. Diagonal compositions and flowing robes create rhythmic movement, while muted earth tones punctuated by bold vermillion obi sashes evoke both theatricality and grounded naturalism. As a rare surviving example of Koryusai’s kabuki-themed prints—a departure from his typical bijin-ga (beautiful women) works—this piece holds significant art-historical value, exemplifying how ukiyo-e artists merged classical literature with popular entertainment.
For contemporary interior settings, this print’s subtle ochre and indigo palette lends itself beautifully to minimalist Japandi or organic modern spaces. Consider matting it in deep aubergine to accentuate the figures’ crimson accents, then framing in slim black walnut for warmth. A vertically oriented 24x36 inch display above a low console or meditation alcove echoes traditional tokonoma arrangements, while a progressive salon-style grouping with abstract ceramics creates deliberate East-West tension. In offices, pair with washi-paper lamps and an asymmetrical ikebana to transform corporate spaces into contemplative retreats—the salt-gathering narrative subtly reinforces themes of labor and refinement. Avoid overcrowding; Koryusai’s negative space demands breathing room. For authenticity, source museum-quality reproductions on handmade hosho paper to preserve the woodblock’s granular texture.
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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.
