{"product_id":"snip-in-water-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Snip in water by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eSnip in water by Ohara Koson is a quietly luminous woodblock print from around 1900 that distills a single, tranquil moment: a wading bird poised among reeds as ripples circle outward. A master of kachō‑e (bird-and-flower pictures), Koson brings the refined sensibility of the early shin‑hanga movement to a scene of nature observed with tenderness and restraint. Subtle light, soft reflections, and a hushed palette of grays, yellow, and earth tones create a meditative mood that feels both timeless and distinctly modern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a premium fine art print of the original woodblock design, produced on your choice of acid‑free archival paper or luxurious artist’s cotton canvas. Multiple sizes are available, with optional framing crafted to gallery standards. The Unique Maps Co. can personalize your order with custom sizing, adjusted margins, and thoughtful finishing touches—perfect for tailoring the piece to your space or for gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945) was among the foremost printmakers to revitalize traditional Japanese techniques for a new century, bridging the heritage of ukiyo‑e with the fresh atmospherics of shin‑hanga. Revered for his meticulous observation and poetic restraint, Koson’s kachō‑e prints have long appealed to collectors in Japan and abroad, admired for their clarity, elegance, and lyrical sense of stillness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here—an elegant wader at the water’s edge—embodies themes treasured in Japanese art: the beauty of transience, the solace of nature, and the grace found in ordinary moments. Made in the early twentieth century, the work reflects a moment of renewal in woodblock printing, when artists embraced soft light and natural textures to create intimate, contemplative scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoson’s deft handling of tone and texture is a masterclass in understatement. Gentle washes of gray and beige dissolve into the water’s surface; slender reeds trace vertical accents; and fine feather detailing brings the bird to life. A whisper of warm, reddish‑orange on the bird adds quiet focus against the muted field, while concentric ripples introduce a serene sense of movement. The composition’s generous negative space and asymmetry make this piece exceptionally versatile—equally at home in minimalist interiors, Japandi schemes, or calm, nature‑inspired rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant, evocative gift for art lovers and nature enthusiasts alike, this print suits occasions from Christmas and Mother’s or Father’s Day to birthdays, housewarmings, or a welcome‑home present for someone recently returned from 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":58301744251264,"sku":"UM00296887A","price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301744284032,"sku":"UM00296888A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301744316800,"sku":"UM00296889A","price":116.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301744349568,"sku":"UM00296890A","price":77.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301744382336,"sku":"UM00296891A","price":158.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301744415104,"sku":"UM00296892A","price":169.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301744447872,"sku":"UM00296893A","price":93.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301744480640,"sku":"UM00296894A","price":254.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301744513408,"sku":"UM00296895A","price":264.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301744546176,"sku":"UM00296896A","price":121.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301744578944,"sku":"UM00296897A","price":349.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301744611712,"sku":"UM00296898A","price":402.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301744644480,"sku":"UM00296899A","price":222.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301744677248,"sku":"UM00296900A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301744710016,"sku":"UM00296901A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301744742784,"sku":"UM00296902A","price":296.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301744775552,"sku":"UM00296903A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301744808320,"sku":"UM00296904A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301744841088,"sku":"UM00296905A","price":487.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301744873856,"sku":"UM00296906A","price":1985.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301744906624,"sku":"UM00296907A","price":1900.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_579fcc8c-00f8-4b25-a408-36f93aa72ec7.jpg?v=1781903311","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.eu\/fr\/products\/snip-in-water-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}