Autumn Moon Over The Tama River
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Autumn Moon Over The Tama River 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
Autumn Moon Over The Tama River, a masterpiece by Utagawa (Ando) Hiroshige, epitomizes the poetic beauty of ukiyo-e woodblock prints from Japan’s Edo period. Created in the mid-19th century as part of Hiroshige’s Famous Views of the Sixty-Odd Provinces series, the print depicts a tranquil night scene along the Tama River, bathed in the soft glow of a full autumn moon. The composition balances delicate details—rippling reflections on the water, distant boats, and silhouetted trees—with Hiroshige’s signature atmospheric gradients, achieved through layered bokashi (subtle ink shading). This work reflects meisho-e (famous-place pictures), celebrating nature’s harmony with quiet human activity. As one of Hiroshige’s later landscapes, it influenced Western Impressionists like Van Gogh and Monet, cementing his legacy as a pioneer of lyrical, mood-driven realism in Japanese art.
For decor, this print’s serene palette—indigo blues, warm ochres, and silvery moonlit accents—suits minimalist, Japandi, or traditional interiors. Framed in a slim black or natural wood border (approx. 20x30 cm for impact without overpowering), it becomes a focal point in a study, bedroom, or lounge near neutral textiles or tatami-inspired furnishings. Pair with low, warm lighting to echo its nocturnal glow, or contrast its cool tones with terra-cotta pots or burnt-orange cushions for autumnal cohesion. In offices, it fosters calm; hang adjacent to clean-lined furniture to harmonize its organic flow with modern structure. A smaller reproduction (poster or scroll format) also works for compact spaces, while a museum-grade replica preserves its intricate bokashi subtleties. Avoid ornate frames or cluttered settings—let Hiroshige’s restrained drama shine.
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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.
