{"product_id":"japanese-common-crane-on-branch-of-pine-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Japanese Common Crane on Branch of Pine by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eJapanese common crane on branch of pine by Ohara Koson (1900) is a serene meditation on nature from one of Japan’s most beloved shin-hanga masters. Koson—renowned for his lyrical kachō-ga (bird-and-flower) prints—pairs a poised crane with a rugged pine bough, distilling elegance into a single, unhurried moment. The scene opens against a warm wash of yellow and soft beige that slips toward orange near the horizon, suggesting dawn or dusk. Crisp detailing in the bird’s plumage and the pine’s needles balances the airy, open background, a hallmark of Koson’s refined simplicity and compositional grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print of the original woodblock image, produced on your choice of acid-free archival paper or luxurious artist’s cotton canvas. Printed with long-lasting pigment inks, each piece arrives in a range of sizes, with optional borders, matting, and framing. The Unique Maps Co. can personalize your artwork with a custom caption, date, or dedication, and can tailor margins, crop, or color balance to suit your space—simply let us know how you’d like it finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson (1877–1945) helped shape the early 20th-century shin-hanga renaissance, which reimagined the traditions of Ukiyo-e through modern sensibilities and exquisite craft. Celebrated for his contemplative studies of birds in seasonal settings, Koson worked with master carvers and printers to achieve a rare union of subtle color, precise line, and atmospheric depth that captivated collectors in Japan and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy this subject matters: In Japanese art, the crane and evergreen pine are enduring emblems of longevity, resilience, and auspicious fortune. Here, the bird’s quiet alertness and the pine’s timeworn branch create a persuasive dialogue between grace and endurance. The print captures that fleeting, “floating world” sensibility—an instant suspended between breath and motion—while also reflecting the shin-hanga era’s renewed attention to mood, weather, and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and craft: A restrained palette—amber yellow through pale beige to soft orange—sets a tranquil stage for the luminous whites of the crane and the cool, measured greens of the pine. Delicate feathering and finely cut needles showcase the meticulous block work, while gentle bokashi gradation lends depth to the sky. The result is both minimal and richly textured: a calming focal point that harmonizes effortlessly with Japandi, modern, or nature-forward interiors, and a timeless choice for anyone who appreciates elegant line and quiet atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant print makes a thoughtful gift for bird lovers, admirers of Japanese design, or anyone celebrating a special occasion—Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, a wedding or anniversary, a housewarming, or for someone newly returned 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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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":58301733241216,"sku":"UM00296362A","price":348.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301733273984,"sku":"UM00296363A","price":960.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301733306752,"sku":"UM00296364A","price":1006.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301733339520,"sku":"UM00296365A","price":668.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301733372288,"sku":"UM00296366A","price":1371.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301733405056,"sku":"UM00296367A","price":1462.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301733437824,"sku":"UM00296368A","price":805.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301733470592,"sku":"UM00296369A","price":2193.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301733503360,"sku":"UM00296370A","price":2285.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301733536128,"sku":"UM00296371A","price":1051.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301733568896,"sku":"UM00296372A","price":3016.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301733601664,"sku":"UM00296373A","price":3473.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301733634432,"sku":"UM00296374A","price":1919.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301733667200,"sku":"UM00296375A","price":7995.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301733699968,"sku":"UM00296376A","price":7995.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301733732736,"sku":"UM00296377A","price":2559.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301733765504,"sku":"UM00296378A","price":12792.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301733798272,"sku":"UM00296379A","price":12792.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301733831040,"sku":"UM00296380A","price":4204.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301733863808,"sku":"UM00296381A","price":17132.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301733896576,"sku":"UM00296382A","price":16402.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_7530628d-49d7-4ef8-80aa-80624f538aa1.jpg?v=1781903691","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.co\/es\/products\/japanese-common-crane-on-branch-of-pine-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}