Ryounkaku (asakusa)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Tobari Kogan's Ryounkaku (asakusa) 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
Ryounkaku (Asakusa) by Tobari Kogan captures the nostalgic grandeur of Tokyo's first Western-style skyscraper with remarkable atmospheric depth. Painted during the Meiji era (late 19th-early 20th century), this ukiyo-e woodblock print epitomizes Japan's rapid modernization through its depiction of the iconic 12-story "Cloud Surpassing Pavilion" that dominated Asakusa's skyline until the 1923 earthquake. Kogan's composition masterfully blends traditional Japanese print techniques with Western perspective, creating dramatic contrast between the towering red-brick structure and the bustling street life below. The delicate gradation of indigo skies against warm lantern lights evokes twilight magic, while meticulous details like rickshaws and kimono-clad pedestrians preserve historical authenticity. As a rare surviving visualization of this lost architectural wonder, the artwork holds significant cultural value, bridging Edo-period ukiyo-e traditions with modern urban subject matter that would later define shin-hanga movement.
For contemporary spaces featuring this artwork, consider a transitional decor scheme balancing heritage and modernity. A 24x36 inch giclée reproduction works ideally above mid-century credenzas or low-profile console tables, where the vertical composition can mirror room proportions. Frame it in a slim black lacquer shadowbox to reference traditional byobu folding screens while maintaining gallery-wall versatility. The print's dominant russet tones pair beautifully with cognac leather furnishings or washi paper pendant lights, while the indigo elements suggest navy velvet upholstery accents. In home offices, position it as a focal point behind floating shelves displaying Meiji-era artifacts to create thematic cohesion. For corporate lobbies, oversized versions enhance glass-partitioned meeting areas when complemented with textural brick veneer walls mimicking Ryounkaku's facade. Always illuminate with 2700K LED spotlights to recreate the golden-hour glow captured in Kogan's original print.
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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.
