Cicada On Willow
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Ohara Koson's Cicada On Willow 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
In "Cicada on Willow" by Ohara Koson, the delicate beauty of nature is captured with poetic precision. This early 20th-century woodblock print exemplifies the shin-hanga ("new prints") movement that revitalized traditional ukiyo-e techniques with subtle modern sensibilities. A solitary cicada clings to a slender willow branch, its transparent wings rendered with ethereal delicacy against the soft, mottled background. Koson's masterful use of negative space creates a meditative atmosphere, while the vertical composition draws the eye along the graceful curve of the weeping willow. As one of Japan's most celebrated kacho-e (bird-and-flower picture) artists, Koson elevated naturalistic depiction to sublime artistry, making this work significant in the transition from Edo-period prints to modern Japanese art. The quiet tension between the cicada's fragile vitality and the willow's enduring presence embodies the characteristic Japanese aesthetic of mono no aware - the poignant awareness of life's transience.
For interior decoration, this print brings serene elegance to both modern and traditional spaces. Its predominantly soft green and beige palette complements neutral color schemes, while the insect's subtle metallic accents pair beautifully with brass or copper decor elements. Ideal for placement in a study or meditation space, the vertical format (typically around 40×25cm in reproduction sizes) fits perfectly above a console table or beside a reading nook. In offices, it creates a calming focal point when grouped with other nature-themed artworks in matching wooden frames. The artwork's contemplative quality harmonizes with minimalist, Scandinavian, or Japandi interiors, where its organic shapes can balance clean lines. Consider displaying it with strategic lighting to enhance the delicate wing details, perhaps near indoor plants to echo its botanical theme. For larger spaces, a museum-quality reproduction can make a striking statement when given adequate wall clearance to emphasize its elegant negative space.
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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.
