Sparrows and Morning Glories Edo period
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Sparrows and Morning Glories Edo period 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 Sparrows and Morning Glories from the Edo period, attributed to Utagawa Hiroshige (also known as Andō Hiroshige), exemplifies the delicate beauty of ukiyo-e nature studies. Created in the early 19th century, this composition captures a moment of serene harmony: sparrows flit among vibrant morning glory vines, their petals rendered in translucent blues and purples against soft, gradient backgrounds. Hiroshige’s mastery of bokashi (gradated ink shading) lends the scene an ethereal quality, while the asymmetry and negative space reflect Edo-era aesthetics influenced by rinpa school decorativeness. As part of Hiroshige’s broader exploration of kachōga (bird-and-flower pictures), this work bridges traditional Japanese naturalism with the emerging urban consumer culture that cherished such prints for their poetic escapism. It remains a celebrated example of how ukiyo-e elevated everyday natural motifs into timeless art.
For contemporary spaces, this print’s soft palette and organic forms make it ideal for creating tranquil focal points. In a minimalist living room, frame it with a slim black kumiko wood border to echo Edo-period craftsmanship, and hang it against a light gray or ochre wall to amplify its delicate hues. In a home office, pair it with muted earth-toned furnishings and bamboo accents to reinforce its zen-like balance. Choose a medium size (approx. 40x50 cm) to maintain intimacy without overwhelming smaller rooms. Alternatively, use a high-quality reproduction as part of a gallery wall alongside other ukiyo-e flora/fauna studies, ensuring spacing of at least 10 cm between pieces for visual clarity. The morning glory’s symbolism of fleeting beauty makes it particularly fitting for meditation spaces or reading nooks.
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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.
