{"product_id":"songbird-on-blossom-branch-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Songbird on Blossom Branch by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eSongbird on blossom branch by Ohara Koson is a serenely poised kachō-e (bird-and-flower) woodblock design from the early twentieth century, created as Japanese printmaking bridged classical ukiyo-e traditions with the modern sensibilities of the shin-hanga revival. A small songbird pauses on a flowering branch, its delicate posture and the whisper of spring blossoms set against generous negative space to create a scene of quiet balance and calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print of Koson’s composition, produced on choice materials for lasting beauty: acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. The Unique Maps Co. prints with richly saturated, fade-resistant pigments and offers a range of sizes to suit intimate corners or statement walls. Framing and matting options are available, and we can personalize your piece with custom sizing or a discreet caption—crafted to harmonize with the artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (also known as Shōson and Hōson) was a leading figure of the shin-hanga movement, celebrated for refining the bird-and-flower genre with elegance and remarkable naturalism. Active in the late Meiji through early Shōwa eras, he was admired for his sensitive observation of plumage, petals, and branch textures, and for compositions that feel as much breathed into being as drawn—an approach that helped carry ukiyo-e aesthetics into the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here embodies the poetic heart of kachō-e: a momentary encounter with nature that suggests renewal and the fleeting beauty of the seasons. The diagonal sweep of the branch and the bird’s attentive tilt create a gentle narrative, while the open background—an embrace of ma (meaningful space)—invites contemplation. It’s an image that reads as both intimate and universal, ideal for spaces where calm and clarity are prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle color gradations and graceful linework are central to the design’s appeal. The palette is tranquil and refined—dominated by soft greens, touches of sunlit yellow, and warm beige notes that echo natural wood and aged paper—lending the blossoms and feathers a luminous delicacy. The restrained hues and airy composition make this print especially versatile: it complements minimal, Japandi, and wabi-sabi interiors as easily as traditional decor, pairing beautifully with pale woods, linen textures, and neutral walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless gift for bird lovers, nature enthusiasts, and admirers of Japanese art, this fine art print is perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, weddings, Mother’s or Father’s Day, Christmas, or as a thoughtful keepsake for someone who has traveled to or dreams of visiting Japan.\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":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307972596096,"sku":"UM00300491A","price":41.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307972628864,"sku":"UM00300492A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307972661632,"sku":"UM00300493A","price":116.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307972694400,"sku":"UM00300494A","price":41.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307972727168,"sku":"UM00300495A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed 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