Meisho Edo Hyakkei
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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.
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Original Description
Step into the mesmerizing world of Utagawa Hiroshige’s Meisho Edo Hyakkei (One Hundred Famous Views of Edo), where 19th-century Tokyo comes alive through poetic landscape artistry. Created between 1856-1858, this iconic ukiyo-e series captures Edo’s (modern-day Tokyo) fleeting beauty across seasons, blending intimate human vignettes with sweeping natural panoramas. Hiroshige’s masterful use of bokashi (gradated ink shading) and unconventional cropping creates dreamlike compositions – think cherry blossoms framing moonlit temples or sudden rain showers over bustling bridges. As one of Japan’s last great woodblock masters, Hiroshige elevated landscape prints from souvenirs to fine art, profoundly influencing Western Impressionists like Van Gogh (who famously copied Plum Estate, Kameido). The series’ 118 prints (yes, exceeding the promised "100") remain treasured documents of ukiyo-e’s golden age, balancing precise topography with emotional resonance.
For contemporary spaces, select individual prints like Sudden Shower over Shin-Ōhashi Bridge to create striking focal points. Frame them in slender black lacquer or oxidized brass to honor Edo-period aesthetics while complementing modern interiors. Gallery walls work beautifully with 3-5 prints arranged asymmetrically – mix vibrant summer scenes (Nihonbashi: Clear Dawn) with softer winter vistas (Kinryūzan Temple, Asakusa) for dynamic seasonal rhythm. In offices, opt for medium sizes (approx. 24×36 cm reproductions) to maintain visibility without overwhelming desks. Pair Hiroshige’s Prussian blues and moss greens with natural materials: indigo-dyed linen cushions, matte ceramic vases, or walnut shelving. Avoid competing patterns; let the prints’ delicate lines shine against neutral walls (soft greys or wabi-sabi off-whites). Digital prints on washi-style paper can emulate woodblock texture for budget-conscious decorators seeking authentic charm.
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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.
