New Year""""s Eve Foxfires At The Changing Tree

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "New Year""""s Eve Foxfires At The Changing Tree", originally brought to life by the talented Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige and his artistic vision.

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"New Year's Eve Foxfires at the Changing Tree, Ōji" is a famous woodblock print by the renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Hiroshige, also known as Ando Hiroshige. Created in the 19th century, this print is part of Hiroshige's "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo" series, which depicts various landscapes and scenes from Edo (modern-day Tokyo). The series, produced between 1856 and 1858, is considered one of Hiroshige's greatest achievements and reflects his mature style.

The print captures a mystical and popular folk legend associated with New Year's Eve in Japan. According to the legend, on the last night of the year, foxes would gather from all over the Kanto plain to the Shozoku Inari Shrine at Ōji. There, they would light foxfires (kitsunebi) by the enoki tree near the shrine before proceeding to pay their respects to the deity Inari, the Shinto god of rice, fertility, and prosperity, who is often associated with foxes.

In "New Year's Eve Foxfires at the Changing Tree, Ōji," Hiroshige illustrates this supernatural event with a sense of atmospheric beauty and subtle coloration. The print shows a line of foxes in the foreground, represented as flickering lights, with the sacred tree and the Shozoku Inari Shrine in the background. The image is imbued with a sense of mystery and captures the magical essence of the legend, while also providing a glimpse into the customs and cultural beliefs of Edo-period Japan.

Hiroshige's work is celebrated for its compositional techniques, use of perspective, and attention to seasonal and atmospheric details. "New Year's Eve Foxfires at the Changing Tree, Ōji" is no exception, showcasing the artist's skill in blending folklore with the landscape genre, creating a piece that is both aesthetically pleasing and culturally significant. The print remains an important work within Hiroshige's oeuvre and is highly valued by collectors and scholars of Japanese art.

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.

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.