Fukusa and Carp in Waves - Meiji Art Print

Elevate your space with this Meiji-era fukusa-inspired fine art print, a portal to Japan's artistic golden age. Two resolute koi, rendered in exquisite monochrome detail, navigate a tempestuous indigo sea awash with gilded accents. Their undulating forms mirror the swirling eddies, embodying the quintessential Japanese aesthetic principle of moving stillness.

You'll be captivated by the print's meticulous craftsmanship, reminiscent of traditional silk embroidery techniques. Stylized waves, executed with calligraphic precision, create a rhythmic backdrop that pulses with kinetic energy. Delicate golden arabesques, evocative of auspicious kumo (cloud) motifs, dance across the composition, infusing it with an air of divine favor.

This museum-quality reproduction transforms your walls into a showcase of Meiji-period artistic legacy. Beyond its aesthetic allure, it serves as a daily talisman of perseverance, echoing the legendary carp's journey to dragonhood. Let this fine art print inspire your own metamorphosis, turning life's currents into stepping stones toward greatness.

Forget cheap reproductions and printable posters: bold, vibrant, non-toxic pigment inks honor your art & the planet.

Choose a white border for a fresh and refined visual break between artwork & frame. Or no border for a bold, immersive viewing experience.

Warm white, archival-grade, 200gsm matte art paper: true-to-life tones without glare or distortion.

High-definition print lab techniques: sharper details and deeper saturation endure for generations.

FSC® certified—every tree's replaced, worker's treated fairly & local community's rights respected.

Timeless statements

Chevron cut FSC® certified wooden frames. 

Ultra-clear perspex glaze.

2" / 5cm acid-free, archival grade mount board. Just like you see in art galleries and museums. See below for more details.

3 distinctive colors

Black: Suits every style from bold modernity to gothic opulence.

White: Helps art shine bright in dark rooms to lift your mood.

Natural: Infuses warmth with its rich, honeyed tones.

Cost

Orders over $50 USD ship free.

Orders under $50 USD cost between $5-10 USD to ship depending on which part of the world you're ordering from.

Delivery Times

Production:

The average time it takes to produce the treasures you find here is 2-4 days.

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Average shipping times:

USA: 2-5 days • Canada: 3-8 days • UK: 2-5 days • Europe: 3-6 days • Australia: 2-5 days • New Zealand: 3-8 days • Rest of the world: 2-4 weeks

Please check the orders and shipping page for more specifics.

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Returns and Refunds

1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery.

2. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.

3. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request

4. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.

5. Return shipping costs are only covered in the rare cases that items arrive faulty, incorrect or damaged.

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