Summer And Winter (camellia And Cherry)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Zeshin Shibata's Summer And Winter (camellia And Cherry) 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
Summer and Winter (Camellia and Cherry) by Shibata Zeshin (1807–1891) is a masterful pair of folding screens that epitomizes the refined elegance of Japanese lacquer painting (urushi-e). This 19th-century work juxtaposes two seasonal motifs—vibrant camellias in summer and delicate cherry blossoms in winter—rendered with exquisite detail against a subtly textured gold-leaf background. Zeshin, renowned for his virtuosic use of lacquer as a painterly medium, bridges traditional rinpa aesthetics with innovative techniques, creating a poetic balance of natural beauty and meditative stillness. The screens exemplify mitate-e (allusive imagery), inviting contemplation of transience (mono no aware), a theme central to Japanese art. As a pioneer in elevating decorative arts to fine art status, Zeshin’s work holds a pivotal place in meiji-era art history, influencing both East Asian and Western design movements.
For interior settings, this pair of screens would elevate a serene study, minimalist lounge, or executive office with their harmonious duality. The gold ground and organic motifs complement neutral or earth-toned spaces, while the lacquer’s sheen adds tactile luxury. Positioning them as a room divider or against a muted wall maximizes their grandeur at full scale (typical byōbu dimensions: ~150x180cm per panel), though high-quality reproductions as framed panels could suit smaller spaces. Pair with low-profile mid-century or Japanese-inspired furniture to avoid visual competition. In corporate spaces, the screens imply refinement and cultural sophistication—ideal for reception areas or conference rooms seeking cross-cultural gravitas. The subdued palette and natural themes also make them adaptable to biophilic design schemes, harmonizing with indoor greenery or stone accents.
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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.
