Evening Cool On The Riverbed At Shijo
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Evening Cool On The Riverbed At Shijo 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 Evening Cool on the Riverbed at Shijo is a breathtaking ukiyo-e woodblock print from his celebrated Eight Views of Ōmi series. Capturing Kyoto's Shijo riverbank at dusk, the scene exudes tranquility: figures stroll leisurely along the water's edge, lanterns cast warm glows against the indigo twilight, and the silhouette of Mount Hiei looms softly in the distance. Hiroshige's masterful use of gradient blues and delicate bokashi (gradation) printing evokes the cooling evening air, inviting viewers into a poetic moment of Edo-period Japan. As a cornerstone of ukiyo-e landscape art, this 1834 work exemplifies Hiroshige's genius in translating fleeting natural atmospheres into timeless compositions, influencing Western Impressionists like Van Gogh and Monet with its lyrical perspective and subtle color harmonies.
For interior styling, this print’s serene palette of Prussian blue, slate gray, and ochre accents makes it ideal for minimalist or Japandi spaces. Frame it in a slender black lacquer or natural bamboo border to honor its traditional roots, and position it against muted walls (soft greige or warm white) to amplify its atmospheric depth. A medium-sized reproduction (24x36 inches) works beautifully above a low-profile console in a living room or as a focal point in a study, paired with woven tatami mats and paper lantern lighting. In offices, it fosters calm when hung near seating areas, complemented by mid-century walnut furniture and celadon ceramics for a cross-cultural balance. Avoid overcrowding – Hiroshige’s negative space demands room to breathe, echoing Zen principles of simplicity.
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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.
