Asakusa Temple
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Asakusa Temple 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 Asakusa Temple transports viewers to Edo-period Japan through a masterful ukiyo-e woodblock print. The composition vibrates with life—cherry blossoms frame vibrant temple structures while pilgrims in colorful kimonos mingle beneath vermilion gates, all rendered in Hiroshige's signature flattened perspective and lyrical handling of nature. Created circa 1856-1858 as part of his seminal One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series, the work exemplifies meisho-e (famous place pictures) that revolutionized landscape printing. Hiroshige's innovative use of bokashi (gradated ink shading) bathes the scene in atmospheric dawn light, while the diagonal composition leads the eye toward the majestic Kaminarimon gate. This print occupies a pivotal place in art history—its export to Europe profoundly influenced Impressionists like Van Gogh, who famously copied Hiroshige's works. The juxtaposition of sacred architecture with secular festivity captures the enduring spirit of Asakusa, making it both a historical document and poetic celebration of Japanese mono no aware (the pathos of things).
For contemporary spaces, select museum-quality giclée reproductions on washi paper sized between 24x36" to 36x48" to honor the original oban format's proportions. Position it as a focal point in minimalist rooms where its intricate details can shine, or create cultural dialogue by pairing it with Mid-Century furniture whose clean lines echo ukiyo-e's graphic sensibility. Frame in black lacquer with a subtle gold filet to complement the print's dominant vermilions and indigos, while matting in warm ivory prevents color competition. In offices, hang opposite floor-to-ceiling windows to allow changing natural light to animate Hiroshige's delicate gradations—morning sun will brilliantly replicate the artwork's dawn atmosphere. LED track lighting with 3000K bulbs enhances the woodblock texture without UV damage. For color coordination, pull the print's signature beni (red lead) hue into accent pillows or a Noguchi lamp base, while keeping walls in soft off-whites like "Shōji Screen" (Benjamin Moore OC-40) to mimic traditional shoji backgrounds.
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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.
