Kirifuri Waterfall at Mount Kurokami in Shimotsuke Province (Shimotsuke Kurokamiyama Kirifuri no taki)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Katsushika Hokusai's Kirifuri Waterfall at Mount Kurokami in Shimotsuke Province (Shimotsuke Kurokamiyama Kirifuri no taki) 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 Kirifuri Waterfall at Mount Kurokami in Shimotsuke Province by Katsushika Hokusai transports viewers into a misty mountain realm where cascading waters erupt with dynamic energy. Created around 1833 as part of Hokusai’s acclaimed A Tour of Waterfalls in Various Provinces series, this woodblock print showcases his mastery of ukiyo-e with breathtaking perspective—looking upward at the frothy torrent splitting around jagged rocks, framed by towering cliffs carpeted in deep green foliage. The swirling mist and angular rock formations exemplify Hokusai’s synthesis of traditional Japanese landscape aesthetics with subtle Western influences, particularly in the dramatic foreshortening and tonal gradations. As one of only eight waterfall designs in this landmark series, it reflects Hokusai’s late-career focus on nature’s sublime power, bridging Edo-period decorative arts and the Japonisme movement that later inspired European Impressionists. The work’s balance of precise detail and expressive force secures its status as a highlight of ukiyo-e’s golden age.
For contemporary spaces, this print’s vertical composition (approx. 38 x 26 cm in standard editions) suits narrow walls in studies or entryways, where its upward energy can elevate ceilings visually. Pair it with minimalist furnishings in walnut or ash wood to echo the earthy ochres and indigo tones, or contrast its organic forms with sleek metallic frames for modern offices. In traditional interiors, display it alongside shibori textiles or stoneware vases to reinforce its cultural lineage. Consider matting in warm taupe to accentuate the waterfall’s silvery hues, and position under directional lighting to mimic the print’s luminous mist effects. Larger museum-quality reproductions (60+ cm) make striking focal points above low-profile consoles in Zen-inspired settings, while smaller versions harmonize with gallery walls when grouped with Hokusai’s Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji for thematic cohesion. Its cool palette particularly enhances spaces with taupe or soft gray walls, allowing the waterfall’s kinetic energy to animate restrained color schemes.
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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.
