Giant Tit on Snowy Branch - Ohara Koson
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A woodblock print by Ohara Koson, 'Giant Tit on Snowy Branch' depicts a bird perched on a snow-covered branch. The print showcases Koson's skill in capturing the delicate beauty of nature.
Ohara Koson (1877-1945) was a Japanese artist renowned for his woodblock prints of birds and flowers, a category known as kacho-e. Active during the late Meiji and early Showa periods, Koson initially trained in traditional Japanese painting before transitioning to printmaking. His work found considerable popularity both in Japan and abroad, particularly in the United States. He is associated with the shin-hanga ('new prints') movement, which revitalised traditional ukiyo-e printmaking by incorporating Western influences and catering to international tastes. 'Giant Tit on Snowy Branch' exemplifies Koson's skill in capturing the delicate beauty of nature. The print depicts a great tit perched on a snow-laden branch. The bird is rendered with careful attention to detail, its plumage a mix of soft greys, blues, and blacks. The snowy branch, rendered in muted tones, adds a sense of quiet stillness to the scene. The composition is simple yet effective, with the bird's placement drawing the viewer's eye. The print showcases the artist's mastery of colour and line, creating a harmonious and visually appealing image.
Giant Tit on Snowy Branch - Ohara Koson
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12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified 200gsm fine art paper, with lifetime fade resistance.
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Beautiful print, great quality and love it with the white frame. Delivery was really fast. I've had loads of compliments from visitors as I've hung it in my hallway as the first thing you see when you enter the house. Couldn't be happier.
Ohara Koson
designing five hundred bird-and-flower woodblock prints for Western buyers in a classical Japanese tradition, forgotten in Japan until the 1970s
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