Morning
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Itcho Matsumoto's Morning 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
"Itcho Matsumoto's woodblock print Morning (18th century) epitomizes the poetic elegance of Edo-period ukiyo-e through its delicate balance of domestic intimacy and natural symbolism. The work depicts a young woman in vermillion kimono adjusting her hairpin at dawn, her reflection shimmering in a circular mirror – a visual haiku capturing fleeting beauty (mono no aware). Matsumoo innovated the beni-girai ("red-hating") palette by minimizing bold pigments in favor of subtle peach and slate tones that mimic actual morning light. As one of the last masters before ukiyo-e's commercialization, his mitate-e (parody pictures) like this bridged classical Japanese literature with urban merchant-class tastes. The mirror's moon-like form references The Tale of Genji, transforming a private toilette into a cosmic metaphor – positioning Morning as a pivotal work where intimate bijin-ga (beautiful women prints) gained philosophical depth."
"For contemporary spaces, Morning's 10x15" vertical format makes it ideal for entryways or bathroom accent walls, where its reflective theme enhances spatial continuity. Pair it with washi paper lamps and matte brass fixtures to echo the warm metallics in the mirror frame while maintaining Edo authenticity. In minimalist offices, float-mount the print on pale tatami-colored walls to create breathing room – the subdued palette prevents visual competition with sleek furniture. Consider enlarging details of the kimono's chrysanthemum patterns for throw pillows in burnt orange and slate blue, translating Matsumoo's color grammar into 3D textiles. For galleries above seating, cluster it with other mitate-e works in matching black lacquer frames to form a scholarly narrative about Edo visual wit."
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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.
