Songbird and Lotus - Ohara Koson
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A woodblock print by Ohara Koson, 'Songbird and Lotus' depicts a small bird perched on a lotus flower. This work exemplifies 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 (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 painting but transitioned to printmaking, collaborating with publishers such as Watanabe Shōzaburō and later self-publishing under the name Koson. His work is characterised by its naturalistic depictions and careful attention to detail. 'Songbird and Lotus' exemplifies Koson's skill in capturing the delicate beauty of nature. The print features a small songbird perched on a lotus flower, its plumage rendered with fine detail. The lotus, with its soft pink petals and large green leaf, is depicted with a subtle colour palette. The composition is balanced, with the bird and flower arranged to create a harmonious image. The background is a muted tone, allowing the subjects to stand out. Koson's prints were popular during his lifetime and continue to be admired for their artistic quality and serene beauty.
Songbird and Lotus - 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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Delighted with this print! The colours are extremely vibrant, the imagine crystal clear and beautifully displayed in an attractive frame. Delivery was prompt and securely packaged. Highly recommended and will be using again!
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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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