{"product_id":"long-eared-owl-on-bare-tree-branch-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Long-eared Owl on Bare Tree Branch by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong-eared Owl on Bare Tree Branch by Ohara Koson (1900) captures a solitary raptor poised in winter quiet, its keen gaze and tapering ear tufts set against the hush of a moonlit sky. A leading figure in early 20th-century Japanese printmaking, Koson was celebrated for kachō-e—sensitive portrayals of birds and flowers that unite exacting observation with elegant design. Here, he distills the essence of a cold night: bare twigs, a single perch, and a watchful owl rendered with poised restraint, aligning with the Shin-hanga movement’s revitalization of traditional woodblock printing through modern sensibility and seasonal atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art reproduction, available on acid-free archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas. Printed with richly pigmented inks for exceptional color fidelity and longevity, each piece is produced to order in a range of sizes to suit your space. The Unique Maps Co. also provides bespoke options: custom dimensions, professional framing in curated finishes, and subtle personalization—such as a discreet dedication or date—so your print arrives ready to hang or to gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945), also known as Shōson or Hōson, stands among the foremost artists of Shin-hanga, the early 20th-century renaissance of ukiyo-e techniques under modern tastes. Working closely with leading Tokyo publishers, he became renowned for refined wildlife studies that balance naturalism with graphic clarity. His bird prints are prized for their quiet drama and compositional intelligence—qualities that have made them enduring favorites with collectors and interior designers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here—the long-eared owl, Asio otus—embodies the nocturnal calm that Koson so often sought. Perched among spare winter branches, the bird’s presence is amplified by what the artist leaves out: open sky, cool air, and the suggestion of silence. Owls are widely linked with wisdom and intuition, and that resonance adds a thoughtful, contemplative note to the scene. The print exemplifies the Shin-hanga ideal of merging traditional carving and printing with a contemporary focus on mood, seasonality, and close study of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoson’s palette leans toward soft grays and beiges touched with warm ochres, especially around the owl’s luminous eyes and delicately banded plumage. Fine, calligraphic linework articulates feather patterns, while gentle gradations in the background evoke a cool, moonlit night. The composition’s generous negative space draws the eye to the bird and heightens its alert stillness—an effect both restful and dramatic. This understated harmony makes the piece wonderfully versatile: it complements minimal, Scandinavian, and Japanese-inspired interiors, and pairs beautifully with natural materials like oak, linen, and stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for birders, nature lovers, and admirers of Japanese art, this print is perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, Mother’s or Father’s Day, and holiday giving. Its serene mood also makes it a meaningful present for a new home office, a reading nook, or anyone who appreciates quiet beauty and timeless craftsmanship.\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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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=\"\/es\/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":58301745627520,"sku":"UM00296803A","price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301745660288,"sku":"UM00296804A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301745693056,"sku":"UM00296805A","price":116.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301745725824,"sku":"UM00296806A","price":77.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301745758592,"sku":"UM00296807A","price":158.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301745791360,"sku":"UM00296808A","price":169.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301745824128,"sku":"UM00296809A","price":93.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301745856896,"sku":"UM00296810A","price":254.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301745889664,"sku":"UM00296811A","price":264.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301745922432,"sku":"UM00296812A","price":121.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301745955200,"sku":"UM00296813A","price":349.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301745987968,"sku":"UM00296814A","price":402.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301746020736,"sku":"UM00296815A","price":222.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301746053504,"sku":"UM00296816A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301746086272,"sku":"UM00296817A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301746119040,"sku":"UM00296818A","price":296.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301746151808,"sku":"UM00296819A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301746184576,"sku":"UM00296820A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301746217344,"sku":"UM00296821A","price":487.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301746250112,"sku":"UM00296822A","price":1985.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301746282880,"sku":"UM00296823A","price":1900.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_ab776822-39af-4bcd-9082-6ff02085a9b3.jpg?v=1781903305","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.eu\/es\/products\/long-eared-owl-on-bare-tree-branch-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}