Shinobazu Pond
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Tsuchiya Koitsu's Shinobazu Pond 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
In Tsuchiya Koitsu's "Shinobazu Pond," the tranquil beauty of Edo-period Japan is captured with poetic precision. The woodblock print, created in 1938 during the Shin-hanga ("new prints") movement, depicts the iconic lotus-filled pond near Ueno Park at dusk. Koitsu's masterful use of bokashi (gradated ink) creates a dreamlike atmosphere where indigo water melts into a lavender sky, punctuated by the silhouettes of wooden boats and visitors strolling along the lantern-lit shoreline. As one of the last great practitioners of traditional ukiyo-e revived through this early 20th-century movement, Koitsu's work represents a crucial bridge between historic Japanese printmaking and modern sensibilities. The composition balances meticulous architectural detail - particularly in the rendering of Benten-dō temple - with evocative atmospheric effects, making it a prime example of how Shin-hanga artists preserved craftsmanship while embracing contemporary themes.
For interior applications, this print's 15×10 inch chuban size makes it ideal for creating a focal point in Zen-inspired spaces or as part of a curated gallery wall. Frame it in a minimalist black lacquer or natural cherry wood frame to honor its traditional roots, allowing the subtle gradations of Prussian blue and burnt orange to resonate against neutral walls. In a home office, position it opposite a window where changing daylight will animate its water reflections, pairing beautifully with mid-century modern furnishings through shared organic forms. The print's balanced composition works exceptionally well above low-profile credenzas in living rooms, where its horizon line can align with eye level when seated. For color harmony, incorporate accent pillows or ceramics in the print's distinctive palette of persimmon and lapis lazuli, creating a dialogue between artwork and décor that celebrates Japanese aesthetics without becoming thematic.
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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.
