Meisho Edo Hyakkei
-
About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Meisho Edo Hyakkei 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.
-
Original Description
Utagawa Hiroshige's Meisho Edo Hyakkei (One Hundred Famous Views of Edo) is a captivating ukiyo-e series that immortalizes the bustling beauty of 19th-century Tokyo (then Edo). Through delicate woodblock prints, Hiroshige masterfully blends poetic lyricism with meticulous detail, capturing fleeting moments—a moonlit bridge, cherry blossoms adorning a temple, or vendors along snowy streets. The series exemplifies uki-e (perspective prints), employing Western techniques to create depth, while retaining the flat, decorative elegance of Japanese tradition. Published between 1856–1858, these works became iconic, influencing Van Gogh and the Impressionists with their vibrant color gradients (bokashi) and asymmetrical compositions. As Hiroshige’s final masterpiece, the series solidified his legacy as Japan’s foremost landscape artist, offering a nostalgic yet dynamic portrait of Edo’s seasons and urban life.
For interiors, select individual prints like Sudden Shower over Shin-Ōhashi Bridge to add dramatic atmosphere. Ideal for minimalist or Japandi spaces, pair them with natural materials (wood, linen) and neutral tones to let the prints’ indigos, ochres, and rust reds stand out. Smaller prints (approx. 25x38 cm) suit study nooks or entryways, while a triptych arrangement enhances larger walls. Frame them in slender black or blond wood for contrast, avoiding ornate styles that clash with ukiyo-e’s clean lines. In offices, a serene scene like Plum Garden at Kameido fosters calm, its soft pinks and greens harmonizing with earthy accents. Opt for UV-protective glass to preserve the delicate pigments, ensuring this historical art remains a timeless focal point.
-
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.
-
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.
