{"product_id":"waxwing-birds-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Waxwing Birds by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson’s Waxwing Birds (1900) distills the quiet poetry of nature into a refined Japanese woodblock print. A leading figure in the early twentieth‑century revival of ukiyo‑e, Koson is celebrated for kachō‑e—elegant portraits of birds and flowers that balance lyrical design with close observation. In this scene, waxwings perch lightly upon a slender branch, their crests and silky plumage conveyed with extraordinary delicacy. The composition invites a moment of stillness, embodying the Japanese aesthetic of transience and calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum‑quality fine art print, produced with care by The Unique Maps Co. Choose premium, acid‑free archival paper for exquisite detail or artist’s cotton canvas for a softly textured, gallery‑ready finish. Available in a range of sizes, with optional conservation framing, matting, and tailored border treatments. Personalization and custom requests—such as captions, date lines, or subtle color‑matched borders—are warmly welcomed to help you create the perfect piece for your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945) worked at the crossroads of tradition and modernity, helping to re‑energize Japanese woodblock printing in the late Meiji, Taishō, and early Shōwa eras. His kachō‑e prints are prized for their serene mood, nuanced carving, and painterly gradations, often signed under his art names and published for discerning audiences in Japan and abroad. He elevated familiar subjects—songbirds, flowering branches, rippling water—into timeless meditations on beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaxwings, known for their smooth, satin‑like feathers and small crests, are depicted here with sympathetic realism that hints at Koson’s naturalist eye. While ukiyo‑e traditionally favored theatrical and urban themes, Koson’s nature studies brought a quieter narrative forward. The subject reflects a broader early twentieth‑century interest in the natural world; even without specifying the exact species, the birds clearly belong to the waxwing genus Bombycilla, celebrated for their gentle demeanor and seasonal migrations—fitting emblems of impermanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is soft and contemplative, led by warm yellow washes and cooled by gentle greens, with beige and subtle gray tonality tying the scene together. Fine linework articulates each feather, while smooth bokashi gradations model light and shadow across the birds’ forms and the branch. Negative space and uncluttered shapes heighten the print’s tranquil aura, making it exceptionally versatile in interiors—from Japandi and minimalist to classic and eclectic. Own it for its restful composition, its whisper‑fine surface detail, and the way it invites a slower, more observant gaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful choice for bird lovers, Japanophiles, and admirers of elegant design, this print makes a thoughtful gift for birthdays, housewarmings, Mother’s or Father’s Day, Christmas, or to welcome home someone returning from travels in Japan.\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":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301740122496,"sku":"UM00296635A","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301740155264,"sku":"UM00296636A","price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301740188032,"sku":"UM00296637A","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301740220800,"sku":"UM00296638A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301740253568,"sku":"UM00296639A","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301740286336,"sku":"UM00296640A","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301740319104,"sku":"UM00296641A","price":88.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301740351872,"sku":"UM00296642A","price":240.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301740384640,"sku":"UM00296643A","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301740417408,"sku":"UM00296644A","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301740450176,"sku":"UM00296645A","price":330.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301740482944,"sku":"UM00296646A","price":380.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301740515712,"sku":"UM00296647A","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301740548480,"sku":"UM00296648A","price":875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301740581248,"sku":"UM00296649A","price":875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301740614016,"sku":"UM00296650A","price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301740646784,"sku":"UM00296651A","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301740679552,"sku":"UM00296652A","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301740712320,"sku":"UM00296653A","price":460.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301740745088,"sku":"UM00296654A","price":1875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301740777856,"sku":"UM00296655A","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_8d8e9979-bc01-4dc6-888d-838df05376da.jpg?v=1781902974","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.co.uk\/de\/products\/waxwing-birds-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}