Les 53 Stations Du Tokaido, Mishima, Asagiri
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Les 53 Stations Du Tokaido, Mishima, Asagiri 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
In "Mishima: Morning Mist" from Hiroshige's iconic 53 Stations of the Tokaido series, the viewer is transported to a misty dawn in Mishima, where travelers emerge from the swirling asagiri (morning fog) like fleeting shadows. Hiroshige masterfully captures Japan’s poetic monsoon atmosphere—delicate gradiations of indigo and pale gray dissolve distant pine forests into ethereal silhouettes, while a foreground figure’s crimson kimono flickers like an ember in the damp coolness. Published in 1833-34 during the ukiyo-e golden age, this woodblock print exemplifies ukiyoe’s "meisho-e" (famous-place pictures), blending observational precision with lyrical abstraction. Its asymmetrical composition and bold cropping reveal Hiroshige’s genius for transforming roadside vignettes into universal meditations on transience (mono no aware), influencing both Japanese aesthetics and later Western Impressionists like Monet. As Station #11 of the Tokaido highway series—a pilgrimage route immortalized in art—this work remains a cornerstone of Edo-period printmaking and Japan’s enduring visual legacy.
For contemporary spaces, this Hiroshige print thrives in minimalist interiors or offices where its subdued palette and horizontal format (typical oban size ≈ 25x37cm) harmonize with neutral backdrops. Frame it with a slender black-matte or light-ash wood border to echo Edo-period restraint, avoiding ornate gilt that competes with its delicate mist gradients. Ideal above a low console in a Zen-inspired lounge or paired with mid-century furniture—the print’s organic lines resonate with Scandinavian teak or washi-paper lamps. In workspaces, position it opposite a window to mirror natural light transitions with its evolving dawn ambiance. For color coherence, repeat its wistful blues in ceramic vases or indigo-dyed textiles, while sparing red accents (a cushion or lacquer tray) can mirror the traveler’s vibrant kimono, creating focal points without overwhelming the composition’s tranquil balance.
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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.
