Beauty Beneath Plum Tree
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Katsukawa Shunsho's Beauty Beneath Plum Tree 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
Beneath the delicate boughs of a flowering plum, Katsukawa Shunsho’s Beauty Beneath Plum Tree transports viewers to Edo-period Japan with its intimate elegance. The ukiyo-e print, created in the late 18th century, captures a serene moment where a courtesan or refined woman pauses beneath the tree’s blossoming branches, her kimono adorned with intricate patterns that mirror nature’s grace. Shunsho, a master of the Katsukawa school, blends subtle color harmonies with precise linework, embodying the bijinga (beautiful women) genre’s idealization of femininity and poetic beauty. The plum tree, a symbol of resilience and early spring in East Asian art, adds layers of metaphor to the composition. This work exemplifies Shunsho’s transition from actor prints to bijinga, solidifying his role in broadening ukiyo-e’s thematic scope while influencing later artists like Utamaro.
For a refined interior, this print’s soft peach, indigo, and ivory palette lends itself to minimalist or Japandi-inspired spaces. Frame it in a slim black or warm wood frame to complement its traditional roots, and hang it at eye level in a study or lounge to invite contemplation. Pair it with low furniture (e.g., a tatami bench or linen sofa) and accent pieces like celadon pottery or a single ikebana arrangement to echo its natural motifs. A smaller size (approx. 25x37 cm, typical for ōban prints) suits intimate corners, while a larger reproduction could anchor a neutral wall beside matte-textured fabrics. Avoid overcrowding—let its quiet elegance stand apart, subtly reinforced by soft lighting or a muted rug blending its hues.
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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.
