"zojyoji Temple In Snow". Night Scene. Doi Publishing.
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Tsuchiya Koitsu's "zojyoji Temple In Snow". Night Scene. Doi Publishing. 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 woodblock print Zojoji Temple in Snow (1935) by Tsuchiya Koitsu is a mesmerizing example of shin-hanga ("new prints"), a 20th-century revival of Japanese ukiyo-e that blended traditional techniques with Western influences. The nocturnal winter scene depicts Tokyo’s historic Zojoji Temple shrouded in softly falling snow, its vermilion gate (Sangedatsumon) glowing under lantern light against a deep indigo sky. Koitsu masterfully contrasts the warmth of artificial illumination with the cool stillness of winter, creating a poetic interplay of textures—snow’s granular delicacy, wood’s aged grain, and the misty haze blurring distant city lights. As part of Doi Publishing’s prestigious catalog, this work exemplifies shin-hanga’s golden age, where artists like Koitsu elevated landscape prints to lyrical, atmospheric heights. Its quiet drama and refined craftsmanship make it a coveted piece among collectors of Japanese prints, embodying shin-hanga’s bridge between Edo-period traditions and modern sensibilities.
For interior styling, Zojoji Temple in Snow lends timeless elegance to both minimalist and traditional spaces. Its cool palette (icy blues, muted whites) pairs beautifully with walnut or ash wood furniture, while the lanterns’ amber accents complement brass lighting fixtures or earth-toned textiles. Ideal for a meditation corner or office nook, the print’s intimate size (approximately 9" x 14") suits smaller walls or gallery groupings with other shin-hanga works. Frame it in a slender black or natural wood frame with a matte anti-reflective glass to honor its delicate細節. In a modern setting, its serene mood balances bold几何装饰； in a Japanese-inspired room, it harmonizes with shoji screens or Ikebana arrangements. Position opposite a window to echo the play of natural light and shadow captured in Koitsu’s masterpiece.
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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.
