Une Carpe Sortant Des Flots
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Une Carpe Sortant Des Flots 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
"Une Carpe Sortant Des Flots" ("Carp Ascending a Waterfall") by Utagawa Hiroshige (also known as Andō Hiroshige) is a captivating woodblock print from Japan's Edo period, exemplifying the ukiyo-e tradition. The dynamic composition depicts a golden koi fish leaping triumphantly from turbulent waves under a moonlit sky, its scales shimmering with subtle gradations of orange and gold against indigo water. Hiroshige masterfully balances movement and stillness through swirling currents and delicate cloud patterns, reflecting his profound sensitivity to nature's transient beauty. Created during the 1830s-1840s when Hiroshige was redefining landscape prints, this work showcases his innovative use of bokashi (gradated inking) and bold cropping techniques that later influenced Western Impressionists. The carp symbolizes perseverance in East Asian culture, making this piece both visually striking and philosophically resonant within Hiroshige's acclaimed oeuvre.
For contemporary spaces, consider framing this print with a slim black lacquer frame and matte museum glass to enhance its vintage appeal while preventing UV fading. Its rich indigo and gold palette pairs elegantly with mid-century modern furniture or minimalist Japandi interiors—hang it above a teak console in an entryway or as a focal point in a home office with woven rattan accents. The ideal display height is eye-level (57-60 inches from floor to center) in spaces with warm 2700K lighting to mimic traditional shoji screen illumination. For larger rooms, opt for a 24x36" reproduction to appreciate Hiroshige's intricate linework, while compact areas benefit from a 12x18" version grouped with smaller botanicals from his "Thirty-Six Views of Fuji" series. Avoid overpowering its watery hues with cool grays; instead, ground it with earthy neutrals like oxidized bronze or washi-paper textured walls.
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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.
