Crows in Flight at Sunrise, 1888
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Zeshin Shibata's Crows in Flight at Sunrise, 1888 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 1888 masterpiece Crows in Flight at Sunrise by Zeshin Shibata captures a poetic moment where inky crows slice through a golden-hued dawn sky. As Japan's last great lacquer artist transitioning into the Meiji period, Shibata translates his signature maki-e craftsmanship into this delicate painting – the crows' wingbeats echoing lacquerware's rhythmic brushstrokes while the rising sun bleeds through sumi-e ink washes in perfect equilibrium. This rare fusion of decorative arts mastery with painterly spontaneity makes it a pivotal work marking traditional crafts' evolution into modern Japanese aesthetics. The composition's Zen-like simplicity belies its technical brilliance; the crows become dynamic calligraphic marks against the atmospheric gradient, embodying yūgen – that profoundly Japanese sense of mysterious beauty glimpsed through ephemeral phenomena.
When displaying Crows in Flight at Sunrise in contemporary spaces, honor its contemplative energy by selecting minimalist surroundings. A medium-sized reproduction (24×36 inches) commands attention above a low-profile console in an entryway, its warm ochres complementing walnut wood tones while the crows' movement guides sightlines inward. For offices, pair with clean-lined mahogany bookshelves and washi paper lamps to reinforce East-meets-West sophistication, ensuring no competing artwork disrupts its visual flow within a 3-meter radius. The painting's golden dawn makes it ideal for north-facing rooms needing warmth; in bright spaces, opt for anti-reflective museum glass to preserve subtle ink gradations. A float frame in matte black bronze mirrors Shibata's lacquer background while maintaining the work's "floating scroll" illusion of depth.
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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.
