Gibbon Grasping At The Reflected Moon And Sofu (ch'cao-fu) Leadinghis Ox
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Kaiho Yusho's Gibbon Grasping At The Reflected Moon And Sofu (ch'cao-fu) Leadinghis Ox 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
Kaiho Yusho's Gibbon Grasping At The Reflected Moon And Sofu (Ch'cao-Fu) Leading His Ox exemplifies the refined elegance of Momoyama-period ink painting (1573–1615). This paired composition balances playful dynamism with meditative tranquility: one scroll captures a gibbon’s whimsical attempt to clutch the moon’s reflection in water, rendered in Yusho’s trademark fluid brushstrokes, while the other depicts the Daoist sage Sofu guiding his ox—a classic symbol of spiritual pursuit—through sparse, mist-laden landscapes. Yusho, trained in the Kano school but influenced by Chinese Zhe-style painting, bridges decorative boldness and Zen austerity. These works embody kacho-ga (bird-and-flower painting) and sansui-ga (landscape) traditions while subverting expectations through surreal humor and spiritual allegory. As part of Japan’s transition from medieval to early modern aesthetics, Yusho’s scrolls remain pivotal for their synthesis of narrative wit and technical mastery in monochrome ink.
For contemporary spaces, these scrolls offer profound decorative versatility. Ideal for a study or meditation room, their vertical format (typically ~150cm tall) commands attention without overwhelming—pair with recessed lighting to accentuate the ink’s tonal gradations. The gibbon’s playful energy suits modern-minimalist interiors; offset its movement with clean-lined furniture in warm woods, while Sofu’s scroll harmonizes with neutral textiles like linen or rattan. Frame reproductions in washi-paper matting and slim black wood for cohesion with both traditional and Scandinavian-design elements. In offices, hang near seating areas to spark creative dialogue; the moon’s reflection metaphorically reinforces introspection, aligning with spaces meant for strategic thinking. Opt for muted wall colors (soft greys or ochres) to let the ink’s interplay of voids and forms shine, avoiding busy patterns that compete with Yusho’s deliberate negative space.
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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.
