Oi from Sixty nine Station on the Kisokaido Highway
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Oi from Sixty nine Station on the Kisokaido Highway 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
"Oi from Sixty-nine Stations on the Kisokaido Highway" by Hiroshige transports viewers to Edo-period Japan through its mesmerizing interplay of nature and human presence. This striking woodblock print from 1837 belongs to Hiroshige's celebrated Kisokaido series, showcasing travelers resting at Oi station with Mount Iwadono rising dramatically in the background. The composition masterfully balances detailed figures in the foreground with sublime mountain vistas, exemplifying ukiyo-e's poetic approach to landscape. Hiroshige's signature style emerges through delicate gradations of color, particularly in the subtle blues and soft lavenders of the distant peaks that create atmospheric perspective. As one of the Thirty-six Great Masters of Ukiyo-e, Hiroshige revolutionized Japanese printmaking by elevating landscapes to equal status with popular actor and courtesan portraits. This particular work demonstrates his genius for capturing fleeting moments of travel – the weary postures of resting travelers contrasted with the eternal grandeur of nature.
For contemporary spaces, this Hiroshige masterpiece offers exceptional decorative versatility. Consider a minimalist office where its horizontal composition (typical oban size of approximately 9x14 inches) would balance modern furniture with traditional Japanese aesthetics. The print's earthy tones of indigo and sepia pair beautifully with natural materials like rattan chairs or washi paper lamps. In homes, an enlarged reproduction in a black lacquer frame could anchor a meditation room, with its serene blues inspiring matching ceramic vases or cushions. The artwork's thoughtful negative space suggests displaying it in an uncluttered area where viewers can appreciate its subtle details. For color coordination, extract the print's muted palette to create harmonious surroundings – perhaps a slate blue accent wall behind a floating shelf displaying the framed artwork. Its horizontal format works particularly well above low-profile furniture like console tables or daybeds, maintaining the peaceful ambiance Hiroshige so masterfully created.
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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.
