Asakusa-tambo
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Asakusa-tambo 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
Asakusa-tambo, a ukiyo-e woodblock print attributed to Utagawa Hiroshige (also known as Ando Hiroshige), is a quintessential example of Edo-period landscape art. The scene captures rice paddies (tambo) in Asakusa, a district of old Edo (modern Tokyo), with Mount Fuji majestically framed in the distance. Hiroshige’s masterful use of color gradation—soft blues, earthy greens, and warm ochres—evokes the tranquility of rural life amidst the seasons, likely spring or early summer. The composition exemplifies meisho-e (famous-place pictures), blending poetic simplicity with subtle perspectival depth, a hallmark of Hiroshige’s Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido and One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series. As a pioneer of ukiyo-e, Hiroshige’s works influenced Western Impressionists like Van Gogh, cementing his legacy as a bridge between Eastern and Western art traditions.
For decor, Asakusa-tambo’s serene palette and horizontal format make it ideal for spaces emphasizing calm and refinement. In a minimalist or Japanese-inspired interior, frame it with a thin black or natural wood border to honor its traditional roots. Its soft hues pair beautifully with neutral tones (beige, ivory) or muted accent colors (sage green, indigo) in living rooms or studies. For offices, place it near seating areas to create a contemplative focal point; avoid overcrowding walls to let its delicate details shine. A medium size (e.g., 24x36 cm) preserves intimacy, while larger reproductions suit statement walls. Pair with organic textures like linen or rattan to echo its rustic charm, ensuring lighting is warm and indirect to mimic the print’s ethereal glow.
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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.
