Full Moon Colour plants and flowers
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa Kunisada's Full Moon Colour plants and flowers 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
Full Moon, Colourful Plants and Flowers by Utagawa Kunisada (歌川国貞, later known as Toyokuni III) is a stunning example of late Edo-period ukiyo-e, blending poetic seasonal imagery with the artist's signature theatrical flair. Created during the 19th century when Kunisada dominated Japanese woodblock print production, this vertical tanzaku-format work depicts delicate blossoms and grasses bathed in silver moonlight, their vibrant pigments contrasting with the night's indigo tones. The composition exemplifies kachō-e (bird-and-flower prints), yet subverts tradition through bold, almost abstract color blocks that foreshadow modern design. As the leading printmaker of his era—more commercially successful even than Hokusai or Hiroshige—Kunisada infused decorative arts with Kabuki's dynamism; here, the full moon acts as a dramatic "spotlight" elevating humble flora into protagonists. The work's tension between flat graphic patterning and naturalistic detail encapsulates ukiyo-e's transition toward Meiji-era experimentation.
For contemporary spaces, this print’s narrow format (typically ~13x5") makes it ideal for gallery walls or as a tonal focal point beside minimalist furniture. Frame it in slender black lacquer to mirror Edo-era shōji screens, or float-mount on washi-textured paper for bohemian studios. Pair with deep blue velvet upholstery or matte ceramics to echo its nocturnal palette, avoiding competing patterns—let the floral silhouettes "perform" against solid backdrops. In offices, position it near task lighting to recreate the moonlit glow; the vertical lines subtly enhance room height. For larger reproductions, maintain the original’s intimate yatsushi (understated elegance) by keeping surrounding decor sparse—perhaps a single ikebana arrangement mirroring the composition’s botanical rhythm. Its restrained drama suits both Scandinavian hygge and Japandi interiors, bridging heritage and modernity.
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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.
