````takanawa Ushimachi' (ushimachi, Ox Street, At Takanawa) From The Series 'edo Meisho Hyakkei' (one Hundred Famous Views Of Edo)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's ````takanawa Ushimachi' (ushimachi, Ox Street, At Takanawa) From The Series 'edo Meisho Hyakkei' (one Hundred Famous Views Of Edo) 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
Utagawa Hiroshige's "Takanawa Ushimachi (Ox Street at Takanawa)" from the iconic series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo transports viewers to 19th-century Japan with its atmospheric beauty. The woodblock print captures a misty dawn scene along the Tokaido highway, where ox-drawn carts and travelers emerge from swirling fog, framed by towering pines and distant rooftops. Hiroshige's masterful use of bokashi (gradated ink) creates a dreamlike quality, balancing delicate details—like the oxen's straining forms—with bold compositional geometry. As part of his final great series (1856-1858), this work exemplifies ukiyo-e's transition from vibrant entertainment scenes to poetic landscapes, influencing Impressionists like Van Gogh who admired Hiroshige’s lyrical naturalism. The juxtaposition of human activity and ephemeral weather phenomena reflects the meisho-e (famous-place picture) tradition while embodying mono no aware—a wistful appreciation of transience.
For contemporary spaces, this print offers versatile elegance. In minimalist interiors, a medium-sized reproduction (approx. 40x50cm) above a console table can offset clean lines with organic misty tones, while traditional settings benefit from ornate frames that echo Edo-period craftsmanship. Place it where morning light mimics the dawn glow—entryways or east-facing studies—to amplify its luminous blues and grays. Pair with muted earth-toned textiles or stark black furnishings to let Hiroshige’s layered gradients dominate. In offices, it fosters calm focus; horizontally formatted prints harmonize perfectly above low-profile desks or credenzas. For impact, group it with other Edo Meisho prints using consistent mat widths, creating a rhythm of vanishing points and weather moods across the wall.*
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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.
