{"product_id":"heron-in-snow-by-ohara-koson-1920","title":"Heron in Snow by Ohara Koson, 1920","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeron in Snow by Ohara Koson (1920) is a quiet masterwork of early 20th‑century Japanese woodblock printmaking. Koson (1877–1945) is celebrated for his kachō‑ga—bird‑and‑flower subjects—where he distilled nature into graceful, seasonally attuned compositions. Here, a solitary heron stands in a winter landscape, its poised figure set against broad, silvery fields of pale tone. The print balances lyrical calm with finely observed detail, embodying the refined sensibility of the shin‑hanga revival that carried ukiyo‑e traditions into a modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offering is a museum‑quality fine art print, produced with archival pigments on your choice of acid‑free, heavyweight paper or artist’s cotton canvas. The Unique Maps Co. prepares each piece to order, with a range of sizes from intimate to statement‑making. Framing is available, along with thoughtful personalization options—custom titles or inscriptions, tailored margins, and bespoke sizing—to help you create a piece perfectly suited to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson—also known by the art names Shōson and Hōson—helped redefine Japanese printmaking in the early 1900s. Building on the heritage of ukiyo‑e while embracing contemporary tastes, he became synonymous with exquisitely composed studies of birds in their natural settings. His prints are prized for their compositional restraint, atmospheric subtleties, and impeccable craftsmanship across multiple carved blocks and layers of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artwork: Heron in Snow conveys winter’s hush through sparing means. The bird’s elegant, slightly curved neck and fine, tapering beak draw the eye, while the surrounding landscape—suggested by angular, icy branches and soft, falling snow—evokes the fleeting, contemplative beauty prized in Japanese aesthetics. The heron, long associated with harmony and quiet dignity in Japanese culture, serves as a symbol of stillness and resilience amid the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and craft: Koson sets a cool palette of soft blues, muted greys, and luminous whites against discreet accents of deep green, with warm notes of yellow and beige that lend natural life to the beak, eye, and paper tone. Delicate linework models the heron’s intricately patterned plumage, while gentle bokashi gradations dissolve the background into atmospheric depth. The interplay of crisp detail and broad, velvety fields of color makes this print a timeless choice for interiors—from contemporary and minimalist to Japandi and Scandinavian—where serenity and subtle texture are prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for art lovers, birdwatchers, and admirers of Japanese design, this print suits Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, weddings, and housewarmings alike. It’s also a poignant keepsake for anyone who cherishes winter landscapes or has recently traveled to Japan, bringing a moment of meditative calm to any room.\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":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301804806528,"sku":"UM00298246A","price":357.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301804839296,"sku":"UM00298247A","price":960.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301804872064,"sku":"UM00298248A","price":1006.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301804904832,"sku":"UM00298249A","price":357.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301804937600,"sku":"UM00298250A","price":960.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed 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