Oji, Shozoku-enoki, Omisoka No Kitsune-bi
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Oji, Shozoku-enoki, Omisoka No Kitsune-bi 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
Utagawa Hiroshige’s Oji, Shozoku-enoki, Omisoka No Kitsune-bi ("New Year's Eve Fox Fires at the Changing Tree, Oji") is a mesmerizing portrayal of mystical folklore within Japan’s ukiyo-e tradition. Part of his famed One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series (1856–1858), the scene depicts the eerie glow of fox fires (kitsune-bi) illuminating a sacred enoki tree on New Year’s Eve, where foxes were believed to gather. Hiroshige’s mastery of atmospheric perspective—soft gradations of twilight blues against the fiery orange sparks—creates an ethereal, almost dreamlike quality. The composition balances delicate realism with expressive embellishment, embodying the meisho-e (famous-place picture) genre while infusing it with supernatural intrigue. This print exemplifies Hiroshige’s late-period refinement, where subdued palettes and dynamic cropping influenced Western Impressionists like Van Gogh, cementing his legacy as a bridge between Edo-period art and modern aesthetics.
For interiors, this print’s mystical aura lends itself to spaces aiming for serene sophistication or cultural storytelling. Frame it in a slim black or natural wood finish to complement its vintage gravitas, ideally hung at eye level in a study, lounge, or meditation nook where its details can be contemplated. The muted indigos and warm fox-fire hues pair beautifully with earthy tones—think linen textiles, walnut furniture, or terracotta accents—while avoiding competing patterns. A mid-size reproduction (approx. 16"x24") ensures visibility without overwhelming smaller rooms, though a larger format could anchor a minimalist office wall. Layer lighting with warm, dimmable bulbs to echo the print’s twilight glow, enhancing its tranquil yet enigmatic energy. This artwork thrives where its narrative depth and Hiroshige’s delicate artistry can spark curiosity and calm in equal measure.
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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.
