Courtesans Strolling Beneath Cherry Trees Before the Daiko, c.1789
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Kitagawa Utamaro's Courtesans Strolling Beneath Cherry Trees Before the Daiko, c.1789 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
Under the delicate blush of sakura blossoms, Kitagawa Utamaro’s Courtesans Strolling Beneath Cherry Trees Before the Daiko (c.1789) transports viewers to Edo-period Yoshiwara, where elegant oiran and their attendants glide beneath cascading pink petals. This bijin-ga ("beautiful women") woodblock print exemplifies Utamaro’s mastery of elongated forms and textile patterns—note the staggering 12-layer kimono collars and intricate hair ornaments rendered with microscopic precision. The diagonal composition, framed by the rhythmic verticality of cherry trunks, creates a dynamic interplay between feminine grace and nature’s ephemerality—a hallmark of ukiyo-e’s "floating world" aesthetic. As one of Utamaro’s vertical ōban diptychs (approx. 15×10 inches per sheet), its rare depiction of courtesans outdoors (rather than in brothels) marked a revolutionary shift in bijin-ga narratives, influencing Western Impressionists like Degas centuries later. The faint Daiko clock tower in the background anchors the scene in Yoshiwara’s licensed pleasure district, where such strolls advertised high-ranking oiran’s availability—transforming commercial ritual into poetic theater.
For contemporary spaces, Utamaro’s masterpiece shines as a sophisticated accent piece. Position the diptych reproduction (custom-framed as one 30×10-inch horizontal) in minimalist offices to offset modernity with Edo-period refinement, or anchor a Japandi-style living room above a low walnut console. Echo the pink sakura tones through accent pillows in soft peach or dove-gray upholstery—monochrome backdrops intensify the woodblock’s subtle color gradations. In compact rooms, focus on detail close-ups showcasing kimono patterns as tactile inspiration for textiles. Avoid ornate gilded frames; opt for slender black-wash ash or washi-mount floating displays that honor ukiyo-e’s woodblock origins. Full-scale museum reproductions on handmade paper bring authentic texture, while smaller formats (8×5 inches) create jewel-like gallery walls when paired with Utamaro’s Insect Album studies for thematic 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.
