Squash
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Yasuo Kuniyoshi's Squash 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
Yasuo Kuniyoshi's Squash (1929) radiates a whimsical yet surreal charm, blending folk art simplicity with modernist sophistication. This iconic still life features an enlarged, anthropomorphic squash lounging against floral fabric, its smooth curves and dreamlike aura evoking both playfulness and quiet mystery. Created during Kuniyoshi’s breakthrough period in America, the work exemplifies his unique fusion of Japanese artistic sensibilities (like flattened perspectives) with European influences ranging from Cubism to Renaissance composition. Its deceptive naivety masks profound tension between realism and abstraction, securing its place as a keystone of early 20th-century cross-cultural modernism. Today, Squash is celebrated as a bridge between Eastern and Western avant-garde movements, its poetic oddness influencing later Surrealist and Magic Realist painters.
For interior styling, Squash’s warm ochre tones and organic shapes demand thoughtful placement. A controlled environment—like a study with walnut shelves or a minimalist lounge with linen upholstery—would let its golden hues resonate without competition. Pair it with mid-century furniture featuring curved silhouettes (Eames chairs, Noguchi tables) to echo its flowing forms, or contrast with sleek steel frames for contemporary edge. Opt for a medium-sized reproduction (around 24×30 inches) above a writing desk or console table, where its intimate scale invites contemplation. Layer terracotta cushions or a muted saffron rug beneath to amplify its earthy palette, while avoiding busy patterns that might overwhelm its delicate balance of humor and refinement. In offices, position it near natural light to heighten its luminous glow, fostering creativity through its imaginative spirit.
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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.
