Evening Snow at Kambara No 16 from The 53 Stations of the Tokaido
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Evening Snow at Kambara No 16 from The 53 Stations of the Tokaido 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
The evocative Evening Snow at Kambara (No. 16) from Hiroshige’s Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō captures a serene yet poignant winter scene along Japan’s famed Edo-period highway. Through delicate bokashi (gradated ink) techniques, Hiroshige paints Kambara village blanketed in soft blue-toned snow, where three lone figures—a traveler and two porters—trudge forward under the glow of lantern light. The composition’s vertical format emphasizes the towering dark cliffs and falling snowflakes, contrasting with the warm human presence below. Created in 1833–1834 as part of Hiroshige’s ukiyo-e masterpiece, this print exemplifies meisho-e (famous-place pictures) and reflects the artist’s poetic sensitivity to weather and transient beauty. Its atmospheric perspective and refined color harmony influenced later Impressionists like Van Gogh, cementing its status as a pinnacle of Japanese woodblock prints.
For modern spaces, this artwork’s muted blues and taupes lend timeless elegance. In a minimalist living room, a medium-sized reproduction (approx. 24×36 cm) framed in slim black wood would complement Scandinavian or Japandi decor, with textures like linen cushions echoing its soft snowfall. For offices, pair it with warm walnut shelving to balance its cool tones, or display it alongside botanical prints for organic harmony. Avoid overcrowding—its quiet drama thrives as a focal point. Consider matting with off-white to enhance the snow’s glow, and position near indirect lighting to mimic the lantern’s gentle radiance. Its horizontal travelers subtly guide the eye, making it ideal for narrow walls opposite seating areas, fostering contemplation.
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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.
