Karazaki Shogetsu Zu (karazaki Pine In Moonlight)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Suzuki Shonen's Karazaki Shogetsu Zu (karazaki Pine In Moonlight) 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
Under the ethereal glow of the moonlight, Karasaki Shogetsu Zu (Pine in Moonlight at Karasaki) by Suzuki Shōnen (1848–1918) transports viewers into a tranquil nightscape. Painted during the Meiji era, this hanging scroll (kakemono) exemplifies nihonga (modern Japanese painting) with its delicate mineral pigments on silk. Shōnen masterfully blends traditional ink-wash techniques with subtle Western influences, capturing the haunting beauty of a lone pine tree silhouetted against Lake Biwa’s shimmering waters. The composition’s restrained palette—indigo blues, muted grays, and the soft gold of the moon—evokes wabi-sabi aesthetics, where emptiness and asymmetry hold poetic resonance. As a successor to the Rinpa school’s decorative naturalism, this work reflects Shōnen’s pivotal role in bridging Edo-period traditions and Japan’s modern art movement, making it a significant piece for collectors of East Asian art.
For interiors, this painting’s serene minimalism lends itself to spaces emphasizing balance and contemplation. Hang it in a study or meditation room where its vertical format (typically 150–180cm tall) commands attention without overwhelming; pair with subdued tatami tones or modern neutral walls to let the moonlight’s glow dominate. The blues and golds harmonize beautifully with indigo textiles, raw wood furniture, or brass accents. In offices, position it facing east to echo the moon’s symbolic wisdom, avoiding competing artworks to preserve its introspective mood. A floating frame with a slim border (or traditional kakejiku mounting) ensures the silk’s texture remains the focal point, while directed warm lighting enhances the lunar radiance after dusk.
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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.
