Cafe No. 2
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Yasuo Kuniyoshi's Cafe No. 2 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
Cafe No. 2 by Yasuo Kuniyoshi (1893–1953) is a captivating oil painting from 1924, embodying the bittersweet nostalgia of early 20th-century urban life. The scene depicts a lone female figure in a café, her contemplative posture and simplified geometric forms radiating quiet melancholy—a hallmark of Kuniyoshi's "American Scene" period blending European modernism with Japanese woodblock influences. Warm ochres and muted blues create an intimate, slightly claustrophobic atmosphere, while the tilted perspective nods to Cubist fragmentation. As one of the first Asian artists to gain prominence in the American art world, Kuniyoshi’s work occupies a unique space in art history, bridging Eastern sensibility with Western modernism. This particular piece reflects transnational identity struggles during the interwar period, made poignant by the artist’s subsequent classification as an "enemy alien" during WWII.
For interior spaces, Cafe No. 2’s 25 x 30-inch scale makes it ideal for creating an intellectual focal point in study nooks or executive offices. Pair it with mid-century walnut furnishings to complement its earthy palette, or offset its warmth with cool gray walls in contemporary settings. The painting’s emotional depth suits spaces meant for reflection—consider flanking it with adjustable picture lights in a library or placing it diagonally across from an Eames lounge chair to foster contemplative dialogues between art and furniture. In restaurants or hotel lobbies, echo its café theme with bentwood bistro chairs and Tiffany-style lamps. For color continuity, pull out its tawny hues through leather desk accessories or terracotta throw pillows, while the dominant blue-gray tones harmonize beautifully with brushed brass accents. Always hang at eye level (57-60 inches from floor to center) to maintain its intimate narrative quality.
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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.
