{"product_id":"kingfisher-on-tree-stump-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Kingfisher on Tree Stump by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eKingfisher on tree stump by Ohara Koson introduces a moment of quiet observation: a poised kingfisher rests on a weathered stump while willow tendrils and lily pads drift nearby, set against a soft, luminous ground. Created in the early 20th century, during the period when Koson helped shape the shin-hanga revival of traditional woodblock printing, this elegant bird study embodies the blend of Edo-period aesthetics with modern attention to atmosphere and natural detail. The composition, dating from the years between 1900 and 1936, captures the serenity and lyricism that made Koson’s nature scenes beloved in Japan and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour print is produced as a museum-quality fine art reproduction by The Unique Maps Co. Choose acid-free archival paper with a velvety matte finish, or artist’s cotton canvas for a subtly textured, painterly presence. Available in a range of sizes, it can be ordered unframed or expertly framed, and stretched canvas options are ready to hang. Personalization and customizations—such as a titled back-stamp, a gift inscription, or bespoke sizing—are available on request to make the piece uniquely yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson (1877–1945) is celebrated for his kachōga—birds-and-flowers prints—within the shin-hanga movement, which revitalized ukiyo-e by merging time-honored techniques with nuanced color, lighting, and seasonal mood. Koson’s refined linework and sensitivity to the natural world produced a body of work that feels at once intimate and impeccably composed, appealing to collectors who appreciate both tradition and modern design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the subject: The kingfisher, a favorite of Japanese artists, is renowned for its quicksilver movement and jewel-like plumage. Here, the choice to depict the bird in stillness—balanced on the angular stump—creates a meditative counterpoint to its usual dynamism. In Japanese art, birds often stand for freedom and the living pulse of nature; in this print, that symbolism unfolds quietly, through the elegant negative space and the gentle rhythm of leaves and pads around calm water. While the bird is commonly known simply as a kingfisher (family Alcedinidae), Koson’s treatment emphasizes character and atmosphere over strict scientific identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor, style, and design: The palette glows with soft yellow light that diffuses into misty greens and warm beige earth tones, a tranquil harmony that flatters both minimalist and nature-forward interiors. Subtle bokashi gradations evoke early morning haze, while fine carving suggests the silken texture of feathers and the grain of the stump. The composition plays beautifully with contrast—the angular geometry of the deadwood against the rounded forms of the bird and floating pads—resulting in a balanced, contemplative image that’s as restful from across the room as it is intricate up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece makes a thoughtful gift for bird lovers, admirers of Japanese art, and anyone who cherishes calm, nature-inspired design. Ideal for birthdays, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas, housewarmings, or as a keepsake for someone recently returned from Japan, it brings a quiet, enduring beauty to any space.\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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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":58301718790528,"sku":"UM00296194A","price":348.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301718823296,"sku":"UM00296195A","price":960.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301718856064,"sku":"UM00296196A","price":1006.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301718888832,"sku":"UM00296197A","price":668.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301718921600,"sku":"UM00296198A","price":1371.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301718954368,"sku":"UM00296199A","price":1462.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301718987136,"sku":"UM00296200A","price":805.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301719019904,"sku":"UM00296201A","price":2193.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301719052672,"sku":"UM00296202A","price":2285.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301719085440,"sku":"UM00296203A","price":1051.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301719118208,"sku":"UM00296204A","price":3016.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301719150976,"sku":"UM00296205A","price":3473.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301719183744,"sku":"UM00296206A","price":1919.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301719216512,"sku":"UM00296207A","price":7995.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301719249280,"sku":"UM00296208A","price":7995.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301719282048,"sku":"UM00296209A","price":2559.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301719314816,"sku":"UM00296210A","price":12792.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301719347584,"sku":"UM00296211A","price":12792.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301719380352,"sku":"UM00296212A","price":4204.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301719413120,"sku":"UM00296213A","price":17132.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301719445888,"sku":"UM00296214A","price":16402.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_d82f70e2-389c-4f84-bd87-b5a6468e94ec.jpg?v=1781903672","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.co\/it\/products\/kingfisher-on-tree-stump-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}