{"product_id":"kingfisher-hunting-for-fish-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Kingfisher Hunting for Fish by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eKingfisher hunting for fish by Ohara Koson introduces a fleeting, electrifying instant: a jewel-like bird suspended between bamboo and water, about to strike. Created as a Japanese woodblock print around 1900 at the dawn of the shin-hanga revival, this work distills the refinement of ukiyo-e nature studies into a poised, contemporary sensibility. Koson (1877–1945), celebrated for luminous bird-and-flower subjects, channels the era’s fascination with quiet observation—light, season, and breath held—into a composition that feels both intimate and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered here as a museum-quality fine art reproduction, your print is available on acid-free archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas, using premium inks to honor the soft gradients and precise linework of the original. The Unique Maps Co. produces each piece to order in a range of sizes, with optional framing, matting, and ready-to-hang finishes. Personalization is available—add a discreet caption, dedication, or date—and custom sizes can be arranged for statement walls or curated gallery clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson is one of the defining voices of early 20th-century shin-hanga, the movement that renewed traditional woodblock techniques with a modern sensitivity to atmosphere and natural light. His bird studies in particular brought international acclaim, marrying meticulous observation with exquisite printing craftsmanship. From the curvature of a wing to the shimmer of a backwater, Koson distilled nature into elegant design that resonates across cultures and interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy this image matters: the kingfisher—synonymous with speed and clarity—hovers amid supple bamboo, a pairing rich with cultural symbolism. In Japanese art, birds often embody grace and freedom, while bamboo suggests resilience and upright character. Here, the narrative pivots on stillness before action: a suspended breath over a silvered stream. The subject speaks to the early 1900s enthusiasm for refined wildlife portraits, bridging traditional Japanese aesthetics with a growing global appetite for nuanced, naturalistic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and craft are the quiet stars. A serene field of beige and warm yellow sets the stage, while soft grays and whispering blues create depth through gentle bokashi (color gradation). The bamboo reads as elegant, calligraphic strokes—graphic yet restrained—so the bird’s crisp, feathery contours command attention without noise. This thoughtful balance of precision and haze, line and wash, makes the print remarkably versatile: it complements Japandi and Scandinavian minimalism as readily as classic, nature-forward interiors. For collectors of wildlife art and admirers of Japanese design, it’s an eloquent study in harmony and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine art print makes a thoughtful, enduring gift—perfect for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, weddings, housewarmings, or for the birder, angler, or Japan-lover in your life. It’s also a beautiful memento for someone who has traveled to Japan or cherishes serene, nature-inspired spaces.\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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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":58301716726144,"sku":"UM00296152A","price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301716758912,"sku":"UM00296153A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301716791680,"sku":"UM00296154A","price":116.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301716824448,"sku":"UM00296155A","price":77.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301716857216,"sku":"UM00296156A","price":158.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301716889984,"sku":"UM00296157A","price":169.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301716922752,"sku":"UM00296158A","price":93.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301716955520,"sku":"UM00296159A","price":254.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301716988288,"sku":"UM00296160A","price":264.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301717021056,"sku":"UM00296161A","price":121.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301717053824,"sku":"UM00296162A","price":349.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301717086592,"sku":"UM00296163A","price":402.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301717119360,"sku":"UM00296164A","price":222.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301717152128,"sku":"UM00296165A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301717184896,"sku":"UM00296166A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301717217664,"sku":"UM00296167A","price":296.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301717250432,"sku":"UM00296168A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301717283200,"sku":"UM00296169A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301717315968,"sku":"UM00296170A","price":487.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301717348736,"sku":"UM00296171A","price":1985.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301717381504,"sku":"UM00296172A","price":1900.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_1dc17ac2-7dd4-47a4-85c8-dcfe5ad202e1.jpg?v=1781903690","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.eu\/de\/products\/kingfisher-hunting-for-fish-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}