Vues D'edo
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Vues D'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
Utagawa Hiroshige's Vues d'Edo (also known as One Hundred Famous Views of Edo) captures the vibrant yet poetic essence of 19th-century Tokyo through masterful woodblock prints. The series, created between 1856-1858, immerses viewers in seasonal transitions and daily life along canals, bridges, and teahouses, rendered with Hiroshige's signature asymmetrical compositions and delicate gradations of color. Misty rains, cherry blossoms, and moonlight scenes evoke a sense of mono no aware—the beauty of impermanence—while the bold use of Prussian blue (a newly imported pigment) revolutionized ukiyo-e aesthetics. As Japan’s last great ukiyo-e master, Hiroshige influenced Western Impressionists like Van Gogh, who famously copied his works. This series remains a pinnacle of Japonisme, bridging Edo-period traditions and modern graphic sensibilities.
For decor, select individual prints framed in slim black or natural walnut to highlight Hiroshige’s refined lines. A medium-size (e.g., 24x36 cm) Vues d'Edo print works above a console in an entryway or as a focal point in a minimalist study, where its layered blues and earth tones can harmonize with linen upholstery or muted wall colors. In offices, pair "Plum Garden at Kameido" with sleek mid-century furniture for a平衡of organic flow and structure. For impact, group three seasonal prints in grid formation above a sofa, ensuring ample white space to避免visual clutter. Opt for non-reflective glass to preserve subtleties like the gradient of a snowy sky in "Kinryuzan Temple at Asakusa." This transforms spaces into contemplative retreats while honoring Hiroshige’s legacy.
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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.
