Meireki No Koro
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Yoshu Toyoharu Chikanobu /'s Meireki No Koro 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
Meireki No Koro by Yoshu Toyoharu Chikanobu, created in 1880, is a captivating ukiyo-e triptych that plunges viewers into the drama of Edo-period Japan. The scene depicts the catastrophic Great Meireki Fire of 1657 – billowing crimson flames devouring wooden architecture, crowds fleeing in panic, and embers swirling like fiery petals against an inky night. Chikanobu’s composition thrums with movement: diagonals of smoke and collapsing beams create visceral tension, while his meticulous details in kimono patterns and architectural elements root the chaos in historical authenticity. As a successor to Hiroshige’s tradition, this work exemplifies meisho-e (famous place pictures) meets kaika-e (enlightenment prints), blending dramatic reportage with refined artistry. Its significance lies in capturing collective trauma through ukiyo-e’s commercial lens – a rare historical document disguised as popular entertainment. The vivid aniline reds (imported post-1868) signal Japan’s opening to Western materials while preserving woodblock’s flat, graphic intensity, bridging eras in Japanese printmaking.
For display, this triptych (typical 14×28 inches unfolded) commands attention in minimalist or Japandi interiors. Hang it as a focal point above a low console in an entryway, where the fiery reds can dialogue with matte black accents or a single ikebana arrangement in a crimson vase. In offices, pair it with clean-lined walnut shelving – the wood tone echoing the print’s earthy textures – but avoid competing artworks. Smaller spaces can spotlight a single panel in a floating frame, aligning with sightlines from seating areas. The palette suggests a room with dove-gray walls and flax linen textiles, letting the print’s drama unfold without visual clutter. For cohesion, repeat its signature red in throw pillows or a Murano glass lamp, while keeping surrounding furnishings low-profile to honor the work’s narrative gravity. Avoid overhead lighting; instead, use directional spots to emulate the glow of its imagined flames.
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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.
