Urashima Taro And The Dragon Princess
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Katsukawa Shuncho's Urashima Taro And The Dragon Princess 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 woodblock print Urashima Taro and the Dragon Princess by Katsukawa Shunchō (active c. 1780-1800) transports viewers to an enchanting underwater realm. Created during Japan's Edo period, this ukiyo-e masterpiece exhibits the elegance of bijin-ga (beautiful women) painting merged with mythic storytelling. Shunchō's delicate linework renders the Dragon Princess in flowing robes with exquisite textile patterns, while Urashima Taro appears in courtly attire, their figures framed by stylized wave motifs. The composition balances intimacy with grandeur, using soft blues and gold accents to evoke the magical undersea palace. As a pupil of Katsukawa Shunshō, Shunchō bridged the artistic traditions of kabuki actor prints and poetic nature scenes, making this work a fine example of late 18th-century Japanese narrative art. Its portrayal of the famous folk tale—where a fisherman discovers timeless love beneath the waves—showcases ukiyo-e's transition from theatrical subjects toward lyrical fantasies.
For interior styling, select gilded frames to complement the print's warm palette, ideally displayed against deep indigo or moss-green walls to mirror its aquatic themes. A 16x24 inch reproduction maintains visibility of intricate details while suiting both traditional and minimalist spaces. Pair it with clean-lined walnut furniture to offset the artwork's ornate patterns, or create a curated gallery wall featuring other Edo-period works with similar earth-toned color stories. In offices, position it near seating areas to invite contemplation—its dreamlike quality counterbalances modern work environments. For full decorative harmony, incorporate organic textures like woven rattan accents and ceramic vases in celadon glaze, echoing the print's natural motifs. Proper matting with handmade washi paper edges enhances authenticity when framing.
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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.
