````hyakunin Isshu Ubaga Etoki' (one Hundred Poems As Explained By The Nurse)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Katsushika Hokusai's ````hyakunin Isshu Ubaga Etoki' (one Hundred Poems As Explained By The Nurse) 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
Katsushika Hokusai’s Hyakunin Isshu Ubaga Etoki ("One Hundred Poems As Explained By The Nurse") is a captivating woodblock print that immerses viewers in Edo-period Japan’s elegant literary culture. The scene depicts an elderly nurse (uba) gesturing dramatically while explaining classical waka poetry, surrounded by attentive listeners—likely court ladies—against a backdrop of delicate maple leaves and flowing fabrics. Rendered in Hokusai’s signature ukiyo-e style, the composition balances dynamic figures with intricate nature motifs, showcasing his mastery of line and pattern. Created around 1839 as part of an unfinished Hyakunin Isshu series, this work reflects Hokusai’s late-career shift toward cultural heritage, blending storytelling with exquisite craftsmanship. As one of few surviving prints from this ambitious project, it holds significance in demonstrating ukiyo-e’s evolution beyond entertainment into scholarly themes. The warm autumnal tones and fluid drapery evoke a nostalgic harmony between humanity and seasons, quintessential to Japanese aesthetics.
For contemporary spaces, this print’s muted indigos, ochres, and russets complement both modern-minimalist and traditional interiors. Its ideal scale (roughly 25 x 37 cm in standard chūban size) suits gallery walls or study nooks, paired with minimalist black frames to accentuate the delicate lines. In offices, it fosters contemplative energy when displayed near reading corners or tea stations, harmonizing with natural wood furniture and washi-paper lighting. For residences, position it in entryways or dining areas to echo seasonal decor—pair with dried botanicals or ceramic vases in analogous earth tones. Vertical alignment emphasizes the composition’s elegant motion, while matte UV-protective glass preserves the subtle pigments. Avoid cluttering nearby walls; let Hokusai’s storytelling breathe alongside sparse Ikebana arrangements or a single shoji lamp for layered cultural cohesion.
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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.
