Street Walker By Moonlight
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Tsukioka Yoshitoshi's Street Walker By Moonlight 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
Street Walker by Moonlight (1885) by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi is a hauntingly beautiful woodblock print from his seminal One Hundred Aspects of the Moon series. Cast in eerie blue tones, the composition depicts a solitary woman draped in flowing robes, her face half-obscured as she glides through a night shrouded in mist—her figure illuminated by an unseen moon. Yoshitoshi masterfully blends ukiyo-e's refined linework with unsettling psychological depth, using exaggerated posture and stark contrast to evoke both elegance and melancholy. Created during Japan's turbulent Meiji era, this work reflects the artist's signature transition between traditional Edo-period storytelling and modern emotional intensity. It remains a quintessential example of ukiyo-e's final golden age, cementing Yoshitoshi's legacy as the last great master of Japanese woodblock printing. The ghostly atmosphere and lunar symbolism have influenced generations of artists, from Victorian illustrators to contemporary manga.
For interior styling, this print’s muted indigo palette pairs elegantly with minimalist or Japandi spaces—consider framing it in a slender black lacquer frame with museum glass to enhance its ethereal glow. Ideal for a study or meditation corner, it creates focal-point drama when hung against sage green or deep charcoal walls. Scale matters: the original oban size (∼14×9 in) suits intimate spaces, while a larger reproduction could anchor a gallery wall alongside abstract ink-wash pieces or modern monochrome photography. Balance its cool tones with warm wood accents (like walnut shelves) or textural linen textiles. In offices, position it near task lighting to mirror the print’s moonlight effect, fostering contemplative energy. Avoid cluttering nearby surfaces; let Yoshitoshi’s enigmatic narrative command attention.
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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.
