{"product_id":"crow-on-a-snowy-branch-ohara-koson","title":"Crow on a Snowy Branch - Ohara Koson","description":"\u003cp\u003eA solitary crow perches on a snow-laden branch in this woodblock print by Ohara Koson. The stark composition and subtle tones evoke the stillness of a winter day.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877-1945) was a Japanese artist renowned for his woodblock prints of birds and flowers (kachō-e). Active during the Shin-Hanga movement, Koson blended traditional Ukiyo-e techniques with Western influences, creating prints that appealed to both Japanese and international audiences. He initially trained in traditional Japanese painting but later transitioned to printmaking, collaborating with various publishers throughout his career. His work is characterised by its delicate lines, subtle colours, and realistic depictions of nature. 'Crow on a Snowy Branch' exemplifies Koson's skill in capturing the essence of a winter scene. A solitary crow perches on a snow-laden branch, its black plumage contrasting against the pale background. The composition is simple yet effective, with the stark branches creating a sense of depth. In the background, smaller birds fly across the sky. The print showcases Koson's mastery of the woodblock medium, with fine lines and subtle gradations of tone that evoke the stillness and quiet of a winter day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-branch-of-plum-umegoe-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Branch of Plum (Umegoe) - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/courtesan-viewing-travellers-outside-and-inside-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCourtesan Viewing Travellers (Outside and Inside) - Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ohara Koson","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57690432536911,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57690440532303,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57690440565071,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57690440597839,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57690440630607,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Crow-on-a-Snowy-Branch_Poster_CompositorV1_1778722925570.jpg?v=1778723889","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/crow-on-a-snowy-branch-ohara-koson","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}