A Set Of Tanzaku (poem-cards) With Designs For The Twelve Months (set Of 12)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Zeshin Shibata's A Set Of Tanzaku (poem-cards) With Designs For The Twelve Months (set Of 12) 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
The exquisite set of "Tanzaku (poem-cards) with Designs for the Twelve Months" by Zeshin Shibata (1807-1891) embodies the refined aesthetic of late Edo to Meiji period Japanese art. These twelve delicate hanging scrolls depict seasonal motifs—from cherry blossoms quivering with spring's breath to crimson maple leaves suspended in autumn's crisp air—each rendered with Shibata's signature lacquer-like brushwork that blurs boundaries between painting and urushi craft. As a pivotal figure bridging traditional Rinpa school elegance and modern sensibilities, Shibata revolutionized Japanese decorative arts by elevating humble tanzaku (traditionally used for poetry) into sophisticated art objects. The series exemplifies his mastery of shikisai-e (seasonal color painting), where abbreviated compositions speak volumes through strategic voids and shimmering mineral pigments—a testament to Japan's profound wabi-sabi philosophy. Today housed in prestigious collections like the Victoria & Albert Museum, these works represent Japan's golden age of literati arts reinterpreted through urban Edo sophistication.
When displaying this suite horizontally along a study's lacquered wall or as staggered focal points in a minimalist office, prioritize indirect lighting to accentuate their subtle metallic accents. Their slender vertical format (typically 36×6 cm per piece) creates rhythmic visual cadence when spaced 10-15cm apart in groups of three, ideally against pale olive or mushroom-toned walls that complement the artworks' seasonal palette. In contemporary interiors, pair them with rough-textured tansu chests or sleek ash wood consoles to highlight the contrast between Shibata's intricate naturalism and modern lines. For color continuity in decorative schemes, extract hues from each month's dominant motif—April's pearlescent cherry tones could inspire velvet upholstery, while September's oxidized copper maple suggests burnished brass accents. Always frame with ultra-thin black lacquer borders mirroring traditional Japanese ikakeji lacquerware finishes to honor the works' material origins.
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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.
