Hortensje
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ogata Korin's Hortensje 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
"Hortensie by Ogata Kōrin" is a captivating masterpiece of Japanese Rinpa school, depicting vibrant hydrangea blossoms cascading across a gold-leaf background with lyrical movement. Created in the early 18th century by the celebrated artist Ogata Kōrin (1658–1716), this six-panel folding screen exemplifies the Rinpa aesthetic of stylized naturalism and bold decorative composition. The painting captures hydrangeas in lush, rhythmic clusters rendered through Kōrin’s signature "tarashikomi" technique – a playful pooling of wet ink that creates soft, organic gradations. Against the shimmering gold ground, the dark blue and white flowers seem to sway with unseen breeze, embodying the Japanese concept of "mono no aware" – a poignant awareness of nature’s ephemeral beauty. As one of Kōrin’s most reproduced works (original housed in the Nezu Museum, Tokyo), it represents Rinpa’s enduring influence on both traditional and modern Japanese art, bridging decorative appeal with profound seasonal symbolism.
For contemporary spaces, consider displaying a high-quality reproduction of Hortensie in rooms needing organic elegance and cultural depth. The gold-leaf background makes it ideal for north-facing areas needing luminosity, while the cool floral tones harmonize beautifully with muted grays, taupe, or indigo furnishings. In offices, position a smaller framed section above a streamlined console to create artistic contrast against modern minimalism; for homes, a panoramic reproduction suits spacious dining rooms or meditation areas where its rhythmic composition can unfold fully. Pair with raw-edge wood furniture and matte ceramic vessels to echo Rinpa’s balance of refinement and naturalism. Avoid competing patterns – let the painting’s dynamic stillness remain the focal point. The standard byōbu screen dimensions (∼150cm height) work well behind low seating arrangements, while cropped details adapt perfectly to vertical spaces above credenzas or entryway benches.
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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.
