Back of Mount Fuji from Minobu River (Minobugawa ura Fuji)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Katsushika Hokusai's Back of Mount Fuji from Minobu River (Minobugawa ura Fuji) 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 Back of Mount Fuji from Minobu River (Minobugawa ura Fuji) is a mesmerizing ukiyo-e woodblock print from his iconic Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji series, created during the Edo period. This masterpiece captures Fuji's rarely seen northern slope reflected in the Minobu River, presenting an inverted mountain image that blends reality with poetic abstraction. Hokusai's signature Prussian blue tones dominate the composition, framing Fuji's snow-capped peak against swirling river currents rendered in dynamic, calligraphic lines. The artwork exemplifies uki-e (perspective picture) techniques influenced by Western art, while maintaining quintessential Japanese aesthetics through asymmetrical balance and nature reverence. As part of Hokusai's revolutionary landscape prints that elevated ukiyo-e from portraiture to philosophical nature studies, this work remains pivotal in art history—directly inspiring Impressionists like Monet and shaping global perceptions of Japanese art.
For contemporary spaces, this print's tranquil blues and silvers create a sophisticated focal point. In minimalist offices, consider a medium-sized giclée reproduction (approx. 40x60cm) matted with pale washi paper and framed in black lacquer—mount it above a walnut console to echo the woodblock's organic warmth. The aquatic reflections pair beautifully with Scandinavian furnishings or Japandi interiors, where its cool tones balance light oak and linen textures. In living rooms, amplify its serenity by positioning opposite large windows; the morning light will animate the river's shimmer. For color cohesion, accent with indigo-dyed cushions or a single Ikebana arrangement featuring white chrysanthemums. Avoid cluttering nearby walls—Hokusai's negative space demands breathing room to maintain its meditative quality.
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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.
