Oban Yoko-e.
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Utagawa or Ando Hiroshige's Oban Yoko-e. 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
Standing as a luminous example of ukiyo-e's golden age, Oban Yoko-e by Utagawa Hiroshige (also known as Andō Hiroshige) captures nature’s poetry through his signature vertical landscape format. The print envelops viewers in misty river valleys or bustling Edo streets rendered with exquisite gradations of Prussian blue and delicate saffron—hallmarks of Hiroshige’s meisho-e (famous views) series. Unlike Hokusai’s dramatic compositions, Hiroshige’s work exudes tranquil intimacy, often framing scenes through lyrical elements like autumn foliage or snowfall. Created during the 1830s–1850s, these oban-sized prints (～25x38cm) fueled European Japonisme, inspiring Impressionists like Van Gogh to emulate their flattened perspectives and seasonal symbolism. As a pinnacle of ukiyo-e, Hiroshige’s prints democratized art in Edo Japan while revolutionizing Western aesthetics with their serene yet dynamic naturalism.
For contemporary spaces, Hiroshige’s Oban Yoko-e adds refined elegance—pair its muted indigos and ochres with Scandinavian furniture’s clean lines or a Zen-style tatami room’s minimalism. Opt for museum-grade UV-filtered framing in dark walnut to complement traditional Japanese paper tones, ensuring archival protection. Scale matters: a diptych arrangement suits above a low console in an entryway, while a single print commands attention above a modern escritoire. Balance its intricate details by placing it against solid-color walls (soft greige or oxidized green) and juxtapose with organic textures like rattan or washi lamps. In offices, position it near natural light to amplify its ethereal quality—avoid competing artworks, letting Hiroshige’s contemplative vistas inspire focus amidst modern chaos.
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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.
