Bird Of Prey
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ito Jakuchu's Bird Of Prey 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
Ito Jakuchu's Bird of Prey (鹑图) is a mesmerizing masterpiece exemplifying Edo-period Japanese artistry at its zenith. Painted circa 1765–1772 as part of Colorful Realm of Living Beings, this delicate ink-and-color-on-silk work captures a raptor mid-flight with astonishing dynamism—its wings splayed like fractured lightning against a muted backdrop, embodying Jakuchu’s unique fusion of naturalism and Zen-inspired minimalism. Unlike conventional Kano-school bird-and-flower paintings, Jakuchu’s precise brushwork and layered pigments create an almost hyperrealistic tension between stillness and motion, elevating the humble subject to a spiritual meditation on impermanence. Today, this piece is celebrated as a cornerstone of Nihonga, bridging classical East Asian techniques with proto-modern sensibilities, and remains housed in Tokyo’s Imperial Collection, revered for its paradoxical blend of fragility and ferocity.
For interiors, Bird of Prey’s restrained palette and dramatic composition make it ideal for minimalist or Japandi-inspired spaces. Hang a high-quality reproduction (approx. 24×36 inches) as a focal point above a low wooden console in a study or meditation room, allowing its earthy ochres and ink washes to harmonize with rattan furnishings and washi-paper lamps. Alternatively, pair it with deep indigo textiles or a shou sugi ban accent wall to amplify its organic texture. In offices, opt for a smaller-scale print near seating areas to inject quiet intensity; avoid cluttering nearby walls to let its solitary energy resonate. The artwork’s verticality suits narrow alcoves, while its monastic simplicity balances boldly contemporary furniture—think a Marcel Breuer chair or a blackened-steel desk. Gold-leaf frames can subtly echo the painting’s aged silk sheen.
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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.
