{"product_id":"two-carp-ii-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Two Carp II by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo Carp II by Ohara Koson brings the quiet poetry of the Japanese water garden to life. Created in the early 1900s, this elegant woodblock print reflects the renewed spirit of ukiyo-e and the rise of shin-hanga, where traditional methods met modern taste. Koson arranges two carp in a poised, harmonious duet, their bodies gliding in balanced opposition through still water—a motif in Japanese art associated with strength, perseverance, and auspicious fortune.\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 on artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional framing and matting. We also offer personalization—add a dedication, date, or small caption—along with custom sizing on request to help you create a piece that fits your home beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945), also known as Shoson, was one of the foremost printmakers of the early 20th-century shin-hanga movement. Renowned for kachō-ga—birds-and-flowers and other nature subjects—he collaborated with leading publishers and master printers to achieve subtle color gradations and exquisitely carved detail. His work bridges the grace of Edo-period ukiyo-e with a sensitive, modern eye for atmosphere and design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo Carp II stands out for its culturally rich subject and its timeless symbolism. Carp are celebrated across Japanese art and folklore for their resilience against the current, embodying endurance, prosperity, and good luck. In interiors, the image reads as a tranquil emblem—equally meaningful to admirers of Japanese aesthetics, nature lovers, and anyone drawn to serene, meditative scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print’s restrained palette and refined technique reward close looking. Subtle bokashi gradations flow through the water and the bodies of the fish, while fine, rhythmic lines articulate delicate scale patterns. Soft gray and muted blue tones mingle with cool greenish notes and hints of warm beige, creating luminous depth without excess contrast. The elongated, gently curving forms of the carp echo the water’s movement, producing a calm, contemporary elegance that pairs effortlessly with minimalist, Japandi, or nature-led decor. For collectors who appreciate natural history, the subject relates to the common carp, Cyprinus carpio, long honored in East Asian art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThoughtful and understated, this piece makes a sophisticated gift: ideal for Christmas, a housewarming, Father’s or Mother’s Day, or to mark travels in Japan. It’s a versatile artwork that brings quiet balance to living rooms, bedrooms, studies, or entryways—anywhere you want a moment of stillness and grace.\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":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307952738688,"sku":"UM00300173A","price":41.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307952771456,"sku":"UM00300174A","price":100.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307952804224,"sku":"UM00300175A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307952836992,"sku":"UM00300176A","price":41.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307952869760,"sku":"UM00300177A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ 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