Ariwara No Narihira From The Series ````hyakunin Isshu Uba Ga Etoki (one Hundred Poems As Explained By The Nurse)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Katsushika Hokusai's Ariwara No Narihira From The Series ````hyakunin Isshu Uba Ga 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
This exquisite woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai, titled Ariwara no Narihira from the Series "Hyakunin Isshu Uba Ga Etoki" (One Hundred Poems as Explained by the Nurse), showcases the renowned ukiyo-e master's delicate yet expressive style. Created during the Edo period (ca. 1835–1836), the artwork depicts the legendary Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihira gazing wistfully at a waterfall, embodying the mono no aware (pathos of things) central to classical Japanese poetry. Hokusai's fine linework captures flowing robes and misty landscapes with poetic grace, while soft bokashi (gradated ink) shading creates atmospheric depth. Part of his innovative Hyakunin Isshu series, this print stands out for merging classical literature with visual storytelling—a hallmark of Hokusai's mature period between his famous Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji and One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse. The work exemplifies ukiyo-e's transition from commercial prints to revered art forms, influencing both Japanese and Western modernists.
For interior styling, consider framing this artwork in a slim black lacquer frame with gold fillet to honor its Edo-period origins while maintaining contemporary elegance. Ideal for a study or meditation room, position it at eye level (approximately 57" from floor to center) alongside neutral-toned furnishings and textured natural materials like bamboo or washi paper screens. The print's soft indigos and warm ochres pair beautifully with subdued earth tones—try Benjamin Moore's "October Mist" or Farrow & Ball's "Dimity" for walls. In minimalist spaces, let it shine as a solitary focal point; in traditional settings, group it with other ukiyo-e prints following the Japanese kakemono hanging scroll arrangement principle. Opt for museum-grade UV-protective glass to preserve the delicate pigments while ensuring the 25×37 cm (standard chuban size) detail remains visible. A dimmable LED picture light angled at 30 degrees will enhance the subtle gradations without glare.
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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.
