{"product_id":"two-pigeons-with-falling-ginkgo-leaves-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Two Pigeons with Falling Ginkgo Leaves by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo pigeons with falling ginkgo leaves by Ohara Koson (1877–1945) is a quietly lyrical woodblock print from around 1900, composed with the poise and restraint that made Koson a master of kachō-ga (bird-and-flower pictures). Two plump pigeons, rendered in soft greys and whites, stand still as fan-shaped ginkgo leaves drift across a glowing ground—an autumn vignette distilled to movement, light, and air. Born in the late Meiji era, Koson helped renew the ukiyo-e tradition for modern audiences, balancing delicate linework with naturalistic observation to create prints that feel intimate and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis museum-quality fine art print is faithfully reproduced by The Unique Maps Co. on your choice of acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes, with optional borders and matting to suit your frame. We offer custom framing in curated finishes, plus personalization options such as printed captions, titles, or commemorative messages—so your piece arrives ready to hang or gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson—also known by the art name Shōson—was a leading figure in the early wave of the shin-hanga movement, celebrated for exquisitely observed birds that merge clarity with atmosphere. His prints echo the elegance of Edo-period ukiyo-e while embracing a more natural eye, inviting viewers to savor fleeting seasonal moments and the poetry of everyday nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis composition is notable for how simply it evokes autumn. The ginkgo leaves—Ginkgo biloba—float like golden notes across a hushed field, their distinct, fan-shaped silhouettes instantly recognizable and culturally resonant as emblems of longevity and endurance. The pigeons, members of the Columbidae family, carry associations of peace and companionship. Together, bird and leaf create a narrative of quiet pause amid gentle change—an image that appealed to collectors in Japan and abroad as tastes shifted toward lyrical, accessible subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoson’s color harmonies are masterfully restrained: yellow-gold leaves glow against a warm beige ground, while the birds’ grey plumage is modeled with fine, tapering strokes that suggest downy softness. Subtle bokashi shading (gradient printing) deepens the atmosphere without cluttering the scene; negative space heightens the sense of calm and lets each leaf’s arc read clearly. The result is an elegant, meditative print that suits serene interiors—Japandi, minimalist, or classic—and pairs beautifully with neutral palettes and natural textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful and versatile gift, this print is ideal for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, weddings, or housewarmings. It’s also a meaningful present for bird-lovers, admirers of Japanese art, or anyone who has strolled beneath golden ginkgo trees in autumn and wants to keep that quiet season close.\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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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":58301747003776,"sku":"UM00296866A","price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301747036544,"sku":"UM00296867A","price":111.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301747069312,"sku":"UM00296868A","price":116.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301747102080,"sku":"UM00296869A","price":77.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301747134848,"sku":"UM00296870A","price":158.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301747167616,"sku":"UM00296871A","price":169.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301747200384,"sku":"UM00296872A","price":93.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301747233152,"sku":"UM00296873A","price":254.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301747265920,"sku":"UM00296874A","price":264.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301747298688,"sku":"UM00296875A","price":121.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301747331456,"sku":"UM00296876A","price":349.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301747364224,"sku":"UM00296877A","price":402.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301747396992,"sku":"UM00296878A","price":222.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301747429760,"sku":"UM00296879A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301747462528,"sku":"UM00296880A","price":926.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301747495296,"sku":"UM00296881A","price":296.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301747528064,"sku":"UM00296882A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301747560832,"sku":"UM00296883A","price":1482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301747593600,"sku":"UM00296884A","price":487.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301747626368,"sku":"UM00296885A","price":1985.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301747659136,"sku":"UM00296886A","price":1900.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_9dbc067c-4a42-4908-8ec1-21a34a49ea14.jpg?v=1781902789","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.eu\/it\/products\/two-pigeons-with-falling-ginkgo-leaves-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}