The Assignation Two Lovers at a Gate
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Suzuki Harunobu's The Assignation Two Lovers at a Gate 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 Assignation: Two Lovers at a Gate by Suzuki Harunobu (c. 1725–1770) is a delicate masterpiece from Japan's Edo period, embodying the refined aesthetics of ukiyo-e woodblock prints. This intimate scene captures a fleeting romantic encounter at a garden gate, suffused with poetic subtlety - the lovers' kimono patterns whisper secrets as cherry blossom petals drift through the soft moonlight. Harunobu pioneered nishiki-e (full-color printing), evident here in the dreamy palette of diluted pinks, pale greens, and slate blues that dissolve into the paper's grain. As one of the first artists to depict private romantic moments rather than courtesans, Harunobu established the bijin-ga (beautiful women) genre that defined Japanese visual culture. The diagonal composition, borrowed from kabuki theater curtains, creates dramatic tension while flattened perspectives heighten the decorative quality - qualities that later profoundly influenced European Impressionists.
For contemporary displays, this print's 11x8 inch dimensions suit study nooks or dressing areas where viewers can appreciate its intricate details. Frame it in a slim black lacquer shadow box with museum glass to enhance the fragile colors, ideally hung at eye-level beside a tokonoma alcove or minimalist console. The soft peach and willow tones pair beautifully with bleached oak furnishings and washi paper lamps. In offices, position it opposite modern abstract pieces to create an East-West dialogue - its vertical format complements narrow wall spaces between windows or bookshelves. Avoid brightly lit areas; this intimate scene benefits from the subdued glow of LED picture lights at 2700K, replicating candlelight that would have originally illuminated such private prints. A single ikebana arrangement with cherry branches nearby would complete the poetic ambiance Harunobu envisioned.
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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.
