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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sokuhi Nyoitsu's Figure 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 hanging scroll Figure by Sokuhi Nyoitsu (1616–1671) immerses viewers in the dynamic energy of Zen brushwork. Created by the Ōbaku Zen monk—one of the "Three Brushes of Ōbaku" alongside Ingen and Mokuan—this 17th-century ink painting exemplifies the "explosive" (hatsuboku) style, where swift, spontaneous strokes conjure a figure almost materializing from the paper’s void. The work’s asymmetrical balance and deliberate emptiness (yohaku) reflect Zen principles of impermanence, while the tactile texture of ink washes creates a rhythmic pulse. As a pivotal piece bridging Chinese Ming dynasty literati painting and emerging Japanese Zenga, it represents a formative moment when continental Zen aesthetics took root in Edo-period Japan. The artist's status as a cultural migrant (having fled the Ming-Qing transition) adds historical weight to its cross-cultural mastery.
For contemporary spaces, this scroll’s restrained monochrome palette and vertical format (typically 120-180cm tall) demand considered placement. Hang it in a meditation corner or minimalist office to amplify tranquility, allowing 30-40cm clearance on either side to honor its negative space. Pair with rough-hewn wood furniture or a low Wabi-Sabi ceramic vase to echo its organic strokes, avoiding competing artworks within sightlines. In brighter rooms, matte black frames harmonize with ink tones; for subdued lighting, opt for pale ash frames to lift the composition. Smaller reproductions (A2 size) work well above consoles in entryways, where guests encounter its enigmatic presence immediately. The painting’s spiritual gravitas makes it particularly powerful in healing-focused environments like therapy offices or yoga studios.
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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.
