Jeune Femme Tenant Une Cage
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Kitagawa Utamaro's Jeune Femme Tenant Une Cage 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
Kitagawa Utamaro's Jeune Femme Tenant Une Cage (Young Woman Holding a Cage) is a captivating example of ukiyo-e woodblock printing from Japan's Edo period (late 18th century). This delicate portrait epitomizes Utamaro's mastery in depicting bijin-ga ("beautiful women"), capturing not just physical elegance but also subtle emotional depth. The composition focuses on a young courtesan or urban beauty gently cradling a birdcage—a poetic symbol of fleeting beauty or longing—against a muted background that highlights her intricate kimono patterns and refined posture. Utamaro's use of soft contours, asymmetrical framing, and restrained color harmonies reflects the iki aesthetic: sophisticated yet understated. As a pioneer of close-up portraits in ukiyo-e, this work influenced later artists like Degas and Toulouse-Lautrec, bridging Eastern and Western art traditions. Its intimate scale (typical oban-size, ~25x38cm) invites quiet contemplation, making it a treasure of Japonisme that continues to resonate globally.
For interior styling, consider placing a high-quality reproduction in spaces favoring tranquility and refinement. A study, meditation room, or minimalist bedroom would idealize its delicate narrative, while pairing it with natural materials like rattan or washi paper lamps enhances its organic warmth. Opt for muted wall colors—soft greys, taupes, or pale greens—to echo the print's subdued tones, avoiding competing patterns. Frame it traditionally with a slim black or gold lacquer border to honor its heritage, or choose a floating frame for modern contexts. Scale matters: Position it at eye level in an intimate nook or as part of a salon-style grid with other ukiyo-e works or monochromatic art. In offices, it introduces cultural sophistication; pair with a single ikebana arrangement to amplify its serene elegance without clutter.
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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.
