Imado Kagetsu
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Kobayashi Kiyochika's Imado Kagetsu 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
Kobayashi Kiyochika's "Imado Kagetsu" is a mesmerizing ukiyo-e woodblock print from the Meiji period, capturing the ethereal beauty of a moonlit night over Imado, a historic district in Edo (modern-day Tokyo). The artwork showcases Kiyochika's masterful blending of traditional Japanese ukiyo-e techniques with Western-influenced chiaroscuro lighting, creating a dreamlike atmosphere where the glowing moon casts silvery reflections on the Sumida River. Dotted with silhouetted boats and shadowy figures, the composition balances delicate calligraphic lines with dramatic tonal contrasts—a hallmark of Kiyochika's "light and shadow" style that bridged Edo traditions and modern sensibilities. As one of the last great ukiyo-e masters, his innovative use of perspective and moody nocturnal scenes like this redefined Japanese landscape prints during Japan's rapid modernization, making "Imado Kagetsu" both a poetic homage to old Edo and a testament to Meiji-era artistic experimentation.
For interiors, this print's tranquil, monochromatic palette makes it ideal for spaces emphasizing minimalism and Zen aesthetics. Frame it in a slim black lacquer frame and hang it in a study or meditation room where its moonlit glow can echo with matte indigo walls or warm walnut furnishings. At approximately 25x37 cm (standard oban size), it works well as part of a gallery wall with other ukiyo-e prints or as a standalone focal point above a low console table adorned with ikebana. In offices, position it near natural light to create dynamic interplay between the artwork's luminosity and daylight. Pair with washi paper lamps and stone-textured decor to amplify its organic elegance, while avoiding busy patterns that might compete with its intricate gradations of gray. The scene’s river vista also makes it psychologically suitable for entryways, symbolizing flow and transition.
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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.
