Abuna-e : Fleurs
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Suzuki Harunobu's Abuna-e : Fleurs 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
Suzuki Harunobu’s Abuna-e: Fleurs is a delicate masterpiece of ukiyo-e, the iconic Japanese woodblock print tradition. Created during the Edo period (circa 1760s), the work exemplifies Harunobu’s pioneering use of nishiki-e (full-color printing), which revolutionized the art form with its soft, lyrical hues and intricate detailing. The scene depicts a tender, perhaps subtly flirtatious moment (abuna-e translates to "risqué picture") between two figures, enveloped in a dreamlike ambiance of flowing fabrics and delicate floral motifs. Harunobu’s slender, elegant figures and muted yet refined palette reflect the bijinga (beautiful women) genre, while his poetic composition bridges intimacy and restraint. As one of the first artists to perfect polychrome printing, Harunobu elevated ukiyo-e from mass entertainment to high art, influencing generations of Japanese and Western artists, from Hokusai to the Impressionists. Abuna-e: Fleurs remains a jewel of 18th-century visual culture, blending narrative subtlety with technical brilliance.
For a contemporary space, Abuna-e: Fleurs would harmonize beautifully in a minimalist or Japandi-inspired interior, where its soft pinks, greens, and earth tones could echo natural materials like warm wood or linen textiles. Consider placing it in a quiet corner—a study, meditation nook, or bedroom—to amplify its intimate mood. A slender frame in black lacquer or unfinished ash would honor its Edo-era origins, while keeping the focus on the print’s delicate lines. If the room features low furniture or tatami-like seating, the artwork’s traditional chuban size (approx. 26 x 19 cm) would feel proportionally ideal. Pair it with sparse decor: a single ikebana arrangement or a curved ceramic vase to mirror its organic flow, avoiding visual competition. In an office, it could inspire creativity above a writing desk, softened by diffused lighting to mimic the glow of traditional shoji screens.
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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.
