{"product_id":"two-veil-tails-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Two veil tails by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo veil tails by Ohara Koson is a serene study from the golden age of Japanese woodblock printmaking, where nature’s quiet poetry met exquisite craft. Working from the late Meiji through early Shōwa periods, Koson became celebrated for kachō-e—bird-and-flower prints that distilled the elegance of the natural world into luminous, contemplative images. Here, two delicate veiltail goldfish drift across a pale field, their gauzy fins unfurling like silk in still water. The composition’s restraint—soft whites with whispers of pale blue and the warmth of red and orange—captures a fleeting moment with clarity, grace, and a lyrical touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a museum-quality fine art print produced by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes, with optional borders, matting, and custom framing to suit your space. We can personalize your print with a dedication, date, or caption on request, and can advise on scale and cropping to best complement your interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson (also known as Shōson) was one of the foremost figures associated with early 20th-century nature prints. His refined linework, nuanced color gradations, and poetic minimalism helped bring the timeless subjects of Japanese print culture to an international audience. Through an economy of means, he achieved images that feel both intimate and expansive, perfect for quiet contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the subject: The veiltail goldfish—Carassius auratus—is a cherished motif in East Asian art, long associated with prosperity, abundance, and good fortune. Koson’s choice of a paired composition underscores harmony and balance, while the fish themselves, suspended in negative space, evoke the meditative calm of watching a still pond. The print is a gentle homage to domestic aquaria and ornamental fish-keeping that blossomed in Japan and beyond in the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the design: Two veil tails demonstrates Koson’s command of color and atmosphere. The near-white ground and the faintest blue wash suggest clear water, allowing the red-orange bodies and translucent fins to glow. Subtle bokashi (tonal gradation) and deftly carved contours give the fish their silken, weightless motion. It’s an image with an airy elegance that suits Japandi, minimalist, coastal, and contemporary interiors alike—equally at home above a console, in a serene bedroom, or in a thoughtfully curated gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful gift for lovers of Japanese art, aquarists, and anyone who appreciates quiet, nature-inspired design. Ideal for birthdays, housewarmings, weddings, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, and a thoughtful keepsake for 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=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/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":58307950412160,"sku":"UM00300140A","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307950444928,"sku":"UM00300141A","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307950477696,"sku":"UM00300142A","price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307950510464,"sku":"UM00300143A","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307950543232,"sku":"UM00300144A","price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307950576000,"sku":"UM00300145A","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x14in (36x36cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307950608768,"sku":"UM00300146A","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x14in (36x36cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307950641536,"sku":"UM00300147A","price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x14in (36x36cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307950674304,"sku":"UM00300148A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x16in (40x40cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307950707072,"sku":"UM00300149A","price":57.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x16in (40x40cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307950739840,"sku":"UM00300150A","price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x16in (40x40cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307950772608,"sku":"UM00300151A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x18in (45x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307950805376,"sku":"UM00300152A","price":63.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x18in (45x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307950838144,"sku":"UM00300153A","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x18in (45x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307950870912,"sku":"UM00300154A","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x24in (60x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307950903680,"sku":"UM00300155A","price":84.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x24in (60x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307950936448,"sku":"UM00300156A","price":220.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x24in (60x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307950969216,"sku":"UM00300157A","price":240.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30x30in (75x75cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307951001984,"sku":"UM00300158A","price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30x30in (75x75cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307951034752,"sku":"UM00300159A","price":285.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30x30in (75x75cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307951067520,"sku":"UM00300160A","price":305.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"36x36in (90x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307951100288,"sku":"UM00300161A","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"36x36in (90x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307951133056,"sku":"UM00300162A","price":305.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"36x36in (90x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307951165824,"sku":"UM00300163A","price":400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"45x45in (114x114cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307951198592,"sku":"UM00300164A","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"45x45in (114x114cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307951231360,"sku":"UM00300165A","price":930.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"45x45in (114x114cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307951264128,"sku":"UM00300166A","price":930.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50x50in (127x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307951296896,"sku":"UM00300167A","price":305.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50x50in (127x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307951329664,"sku":"UM00300168A","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50x50in (127x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307951362432,"sku":"UM00300169A","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60x60in (150x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307951395200,"sku":"UM00300170A","price":565.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60x60in (150x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307951427968,"sku":"UM00300171A","price":1975.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60x60in (150x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307951460736,"sku":"UM00300172A","price":1875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_2e056360-733f-41ee-a747-fadf4fc32ce5.jpg?v=1781991114","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.co.uk\/products\/two-veil-tails-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}