Ryogokubashi Okawabata (the Riverbank Near Ryogoku Bridge), From The Series Meisho Edo Hyakkei (one Hundred Views Of Famous Places Of Edo)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Ryogokubashi Okawabata (the Riverbank Near Ryogoku Bridge), From The Series Meisho Edo Hyakkei (one Hundred Views Of Famous Places Of Edo) 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
The woodblock print Ryogokubashi Okawabata (The Riverbank Near Ryogoku Bridge) from Hiroshige’s renowned series Meisho Edo Hyakkei (One Hundred Views of Famous Places of Edo) captures a serene yet dynamic riverside scene in 19th-century Tokyo. Under a vast sky streaked with delicate gradations of blue and gold, figures stroll along the Sumida Riverbank, dwarfed by the sweeping arc of Ryogoku Bridge in the distance. Hiroshige’s masterful use of perspective draws the eye toward the horizon, while his restrained yet vivid color palette—earthy ochres, muted greens, and the striking vermillion of sunset clouds—evokes poetic tranquility. Created between 1856–58 during the twilight of the ukiyo-e era, this work exemplifies Hiroshige’s genius for blending realism with lyrical abstraction, transforming everyday landscapes into timeless vignettes. As part of Hiroshige’s final and most celebrated series, it remains pivotal to Japonisme’s influence on Western art, inspiring Impressionists like van Gogh. The composition’s asymmetrical balance and seasonal subtlety (likely depicting early autumn) reflect mitate (artful allusion), elevating a mundane view into a meditation on transience.
For modern interiors, this print’s harmonious blend of nature and human activity makes it versatile for both minimalist and traditional spaces. Frame it in a slender black or natural wood molding to accentuate its graphic precision, and hang it at eye level in a living room or study where its horizontal format (typical oban size: ~25 x 37 cm) complements wide walls or corridors. Pair with muted earth tones—taupe, slate blue, or wasabi green—to echo its subdued hues, or let it pop against a deep indigo accent wall. In offices, position it near seating areas to evoke calm; its narrative细节 invites contemplative pauses. For cohesion, flank it with bamboo planters or ink-wash ceramics, bridging Edo-era elegance with contemporary wabi-sabi aesthetics. Avoid overcrowding—Hiroshige’s negative space demands breathing room, much like the serene emptiness in Zen philosophy.
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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.
