{"product_id":"torii-in-the-snow-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Torii in the Snow by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eTorii in the Snow by Ohara Koson (1877–1945) is a quietly luminous Japanese woodblock print from the early 20th century. Closely associated with the shin-hanga movement, Koson revitalized traditional subjects with modern refinement, distilling mood and place into elegantly simple forms. Here, a solitary torii stands in a winter landscape, its sturdy verticals set against a hush of falling snow and open sky. The restrained palette and spacious composition create a contemplative stillness that turns a modest roadside view into a poetic meditation on season and silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a museum-quality fine art reproduction by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional framing and matting in curated finishes. We also offer personalization—add a discreet dedication, custom title line, or adjusted borders and cropping—to create a piece tailored to your home or to the recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson, who also worked under the names Shoson and Hoson, is celebrated for exquisitely composed nature scenes within the shin-hanga (new prints) revival. While rooted in ukiyo-e traditions, his prints are noted for subtle color gradations and lyrical restraint. Koson’s mastery of mood—often evoking weather, water, and birds with minimal means—has made his work timelessly appealing to collectors and designers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy this artwork matters: The torii is a powerful symbol in Japanese culture, marking a passage from the everyday to the sacred. Set in winter, the gate’s dark, calligraphic silhouette becomes a focal point amid softened whites and pale tones, an image of quiet endurance. Viewers often read the snow as a metaphor for transience—an echo of mono no aware—while the calm, unpeopled setting invites mindful reflection. Details in the distance—a shrine-like roofline and a gentle bridge—extend the sense of place without crowding the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor, style, and the reason to own it: The scene is built on warm yellow-ochres and beige notes that glow against crisp whites of snow and whisper-soft greys in the sky. Negative space is used with great sensitivity, allowing the snowfall to read as both subject and atmosphere. The geometry is beautifully balanced: the torii’s vertical posts anchor the view, while a triangular temple roof and an arcing bridge lead the eye through depth. A single crow, rendered as a dark, elegant silhouette, adds contrast and narrative spark. Subtle bokashi gradations and refined linework give the print an ethereal tactility—an ideal choice for serene, minimalist, wabi-sabi, Japandi, or Scandinavian interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThoughtful and calming, Torii in the Snow makes a memorable gift for Christmas and winter holidays, housewarmings, weddings, or Mother’s and Father’s Day. It’s especially meaningful for travelers recently returned from Japan, admirers of Shinto architecture, or anyone who loves the quiet poetry of a snowy day.\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":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330808320384,"sku":"UM00301268A","price":41.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330808353152,"sku":"UM00301269A","price":101.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330808385920,"sku":"UM00301270A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330808418688,"sku":"UM00301271A","price":67.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330808451456,"sku":"UM00301272A","price":159.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330808484224,"sku":"UM00301273A","price":170.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330808516992,"sku":"UM00301274A","price":93.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330808549760,"sku":"UM00301275A","price":255.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330808582528,"sku":"UM00301276A","price":266.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330808615296,"sku":"UM00301277A","price":117.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330808648064,"sku":"UM00301278A","price":351.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330808680832,"sku":"UM00301279A","price":351.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330808713600,"sku":"UM00301280A","price":207.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330808746368,"sku":"UM00301281A","price":932.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330808779136,"sku":"UM00301282A","price":932.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330808811904,"sku":"UM00301283A","price":282.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330808844672,"sku":"UM00301284A","price":1491.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330808877440,"sku":"UM00301285A","price":1384.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330808910208,"sku":"UM00301286A","price":442.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330808942976,"sku":"UM00301287A","price":1997.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330808975744,"sku":"UM00301288A","price":1864.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_8c69ff77-a41b-4781-b95b-db1d4acb969a.jpg?v=1782401460","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.eu\/es\/products\/torii-in-the-snow-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}