Wakamizu. L'eau Nouvelle Du Jour De L'an
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Suzuki Harunobu's Wakamizu. L'eau Nouvelle Du Jour De L'an 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 Wakamizu. L'eau Nouvelle Du Jour De L'an (New Year's Day Wakamizu) is a mesmerizing ukiyo-e woodblock print from Japan's Edo period, embodying the refined elegance of the 18th-century bijin-ga (beautiful women) genre. This delicate work captures a young woman drawing fresh "wakamizu" (first water of the year) on New Year's morning—a Shinto ritual symbolizing renewal. Harunobu's signature pastel palette and graceful linework create an ethereal atmosphere, with subtle gradations of pink, mint, and soft gray evoking dawn's quiet glow. His innovative "full-color" nishiki-e technique—revolutionary in the 1760s—elevated ukiyo-e from bold graphic prints to poetic, intimate scenes. The girl's slender figure and meticulously patterned kimono reflect Harunobu's breakthrough in portraying middle-class women's daily grace, making this piece a cornerstone in transitioning ukiyo-e from theatrical subjects to lyrical domesticity. Its quiet spirituality and technical mastery cement Harunobu's status as the father of classic ukiyo-e aesthetics.
To showcase Wakamizu in a modern space, position it in a serene, subtly Japanese-inspired setting. A minimalist study or meditation room with matte-finish taupe walls would let Harunobu's delicate hues shine, while a washi-paper light fixture could echo the print's translucency. Opt for a matted frame in pale ash wood (max 16x20 inches for balance) to complement the artwork’s intimate scale, avoiding ornate designs that compete with its refinement. For color harmony, introduce muted sage-green cushions or a sheer linen curtain repeating the kimono's soft tones. In an office, pair it with a live-edge walnut desk to bridge tradition and modernity—Harunobu’s tranquil subject matter also makes it ideal for wellness spaces. Avoid bright lighting; indirect LED at 2700K will mimic the gentle dawn light depicted, preserving the artwork’s contemplative aura.
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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.
