The Ivy (Yadorigi), Illustration to Chapter 49 of the Tale of Genji (Genji monogatari)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Tosa Mitsunobu's The Ivy (Yadorigi), Illustration to Chapter 49 of the Tale of Genji (Genji monogatari) 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 Ivy (Yadorigi), Illustration to Chapter 49 of the Tale of Genji by Tosa Mitsunobu is a sublime example of Japanese Yamato-e painting, transporting viewers into the refined Heian-era court. This late 15th-century work on paper depicts a melancholic nocturnal scene where ivy vines symbolically entangle lovers in Genji’s twilight years. Mitsunobu’s delicate ink lines with subtle gold accents create ethereal moonlight effects, while the distinctive "blown-roof" perspective reveals interiors with psychological intimacy. As head of the imperial Tosa school, Mitsunobu revolutionized narrative painting by blending traditional court aesthetics with emerging naturalism. The work’s poetic symbolism and architectural framing became benchmarks for later Genji illustrations, securing its status as one of Japan’s most culturally significant artworks – preserving both literary and visual traditions during the turbulent Ōnin War period.
For contemporary spaces, this masterpiece lends understated elegance in a matted black frame with bronze accents to echo its gold pigments. Its 38x28cm dimensions suit intimate areas like study nooks or bedroom reading corners, ideally paired with warm task lighting to mimic torchlight illumination. Complement Mitsunobu’s ashen palette with charcoal wool throws or stoneware vases, while keeping surrounding walls in soft mushroom tones for harmony. In offices, position it near seating areas to encourage contemplative breaks, accompanied by a single ikebana arrangement for textural contrast. The scene’s vertical composition works beautifully in narrow entryways or between shelving units, with frame edges aligning to nearby architectural lines. For larger spaces, consider a triptych arrangement with two abstract ink wash pieces in supporting positions to maintain visual balance.
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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.
