{"product_id":"kingfisher-by-ohara-koson-1920","title":"Kingfisher by Ohara Koson, 1920","description":"\u003cp\u003eKingfisher (1920) by Ohara Koson is a luminous example of early 20th‑century Japanese woodblock printing, capturing a poised kingfisher suspended against a soft, misted waterscape. Koson—celebrated for elegant bird‑and‑flower subjects—worked at the moment when traditional ukiyo‑e techniques were being renewed for modern audiences, refining timeless themes with a quietly contemporary sensibility. Here, the bird’s vivid plumage is rendered with exquisite clarity, set off by an atmospheric field that lets every feather and contour breathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered as a museum-quality fine art print by The Unique Maps Co., this piece is available on acid‑free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas using long‑lasting pigment inks. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional framing and custom mat margins. Personalization is available—add a discreet caption, date, or dedication, and we can tailor color‑matched borders or scale to meet your design vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (also known as Shoson) was a leading figure in kachō‑ga—bird‑and‑flower imagery—within the shin‑hanga movement that revitalized ukiyo‑e in the early 1900s. Trained in traditional techniques but alive to modern taste, he collaborated with major publishers to bring refined Japanese printmaking to international audiences. His work is prized for a rare combination of serenity, precise observation, and consummate craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1920 composition distills that balance. The kingfisher—long associated in Japan with good fortune, clear waters, and alert energy—becomes the focal point amid tranquil negative space. The scene’s poised stillness evokes the Edo‑period reverence for nature while reflecting the evolving aesthetics of modern Japanese art. It is a study in presence: a single, concentrated moment that feels both timeless and immediate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoson’s color and design are especially compelling here. A warm veil of yellow light softens into green and beige tones, while the bird’s cool notes and delicate feather markings emerge with lifelike crispness. Subtle gradations (bokashi) and flowing lines imply gentle movement across water, yet the overall harmony remains calm and meditative. Rounded forms and finely carved details heighten realism within an elegantly stylized framework—an ideal bridge between traditional craft and contemporary interiors. For collectors who appreciate natural history, the subject draws from the kingfisher family Alcedinidae, emblematic of beauty, precision, and swift vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKingfisher (1920) makes a thoughtful gift for lovers of Japanese art, birdwatchers, and design enthusiasts alike—perfect for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries, or a serene housewarming present. Its tranquil palette and poised composition also make it a beautiful keepsake for anyone drawn to nature’s quiet moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis artwork is taller than most, which would make it a perfect statement piece in a panelled room, on a gallery wall, or perhaps alongside another tall piece of art or furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/de\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307939402112,"sku":"UM00299777A","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307939434880,"sku":"UM00299778A","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307939467648,"sku":"UM00299779A","price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307939500416,"sku":"UM00299780A","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307939533184,"sku":"UM00299781A","price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Framed 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