{"product_id":"eagle-flying-down-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Eagle Flying Down by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eEagle Flying Down by Ohara Koson is a masterful early 20th-century Japanese woodblock print that captures a raptor in the split second before impact—wings canted, talons extended, eyes fixed. Created around 1900, the image distills Koson’s gift for kachō-e (bird-and-flower subjects): a poised, anatomical exactitude set against a spare, atmospheric ground. The muted grey field and soft diagonal striations suggest wind and motion, while the dramatic descent plays out with quiet intensity—at once dynamic and serene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered here as a museum-quality fine art print by The Unique Maps Co., your piece is produced with richly pigmented inks on acid-free archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes and framing options to fit your space, and add personalization or custom titling on request. Each print is made to order, with careful color management to honor Koson’s restrained palette and fine linework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945)—also known as Shōson—was a leading figure of the early shin-hanga movement, which revitalized traditional Ukiyo-e techniques for modern audiences. Best known for exquisitely observed birds, Koson combined painterly nihonga training with the collaborative precision of block carvers and printers, achieving delicate gradations and astonishing detail. His works were admired in Japan and abroad, where collectors prized their quiet drama and superb craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis composition is notable for its balance of power and poise. The eagle—a time-honored emblem of strength, acuity, and resolve—plunges through a pared-back sky, the diagonal thrust of its body amplifying speed and intent. The restrained, modern grey background departs from the high-chroma palettes of earlier centuries, aligning Koson with turn-of-the-century sensibilities and a shift toward naturalistic depiction. The resulting image feels timeless: an elemental study of form, light, and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and craft are central to the print’s appeal. Subtle earth tones model the plumage, while the ochre-yellow of beak and talons and gentle rust-orange accents punctuate the cool greys. Fine feather patterning reveals masterful carving; controlled bokashi shading and soft, slanting lines in the background intensify the sense of air and speed. The piece hangs beautifully in contemporary, minimalist, and Japandi interiors alike—striking enough to anchor a wall, understated enough to harmonize with calm, neutral schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for lovers of Japanese art, birders and raptor enthusiasts, or anyone drawn to elegant, nature-inspired design. Perfect for Christmas, birthdays, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, a housewarming, or for someone recently returned from travels in 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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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":58301738058112,"sku":"UM00296572A","price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301738090880,"sku":"UM00296573A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301738123648,"sku":"UM00296574A","price":116.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301738156416,"sku":"UM00296575A","price":77.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301738189184,"sku":"UM00296576A","price":158.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301738221952,"sku":"UM00296577A","price":169.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301738254720,"sku":"UM00296578A","price":93.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301738287488,"sku":"UM00296579A","price":254.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301738320256,"sku":"UM00296580A","price":264.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301738353024,"sku":"UM00296581A","price":121.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301738385792,"sku":"UM00296582A","price":349.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301738418560,"sku":"UM00296583A","price":402.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301738451328,"sku":"UM00296584A","price":222.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301738484096,"sku":"UM00296585A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301738516864,"sku":"UM00296586A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301738549632,"sku":"UM00296587A","price":296.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301738582400,"sku":"UM00296588A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301738615168,"sku":"UM00296589A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301738647936,"sku":"UM00296590A","price":487.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301738680704,"sku":"UM00296591A","price":1985.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301738713472,"sku":"UM00296592A","price":1900.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_2168601c-9f6e-4f76-8ce5-840d330d5a2e.jpg?v=1781903815","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.eu\/fr\/products\/eagle-flying-down-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}