{"product_id":"egret-in-rain-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Egret in Rain by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eEgret in Rain by Ohara Koson (1900) is a serene meditation on stillness and seasonal weather from one of Japan’s foremost masters of bird-and-flower prints. Working within the early 20th‑century shin-hanga revival of the ukiyo-e tradition, Koson captures a solitary egret poised beside rain-soaked reeds, the world around it softened by a gentle downpour. The composition is spare yet lyrical, making quiet drama from the contrast between the bird’s pale plumage and the softly toned background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers 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 intimate spaces or statement walls, with optional professional framing. Personalization is available—add a small caption, dedication, or date line—along with custom sizing on request. Every print is color-checked for fidelity and produced with long-lasting pigment inks to honor the nuance of the original woodblock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945)—also known by the art names Shoson and Hoson—was celebrated for kachō-ga, the “bird-and-flower” genre, where he distilled the grace of wildlife into poised, contemplative scenes. His prints bridged tradition and modern taste, appealing to collectors in Japan and abroad. Through restrained composition and immaculate craftsmanship, Koson demonstrated how the revived techniques of shin-hanga could make nature feel both intimate and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgret in Rain exemplifies his gift for atmosphere. The bird stands motionless as rain drifts across the picture plane, an image of poise amid transience that resonates with the Japanese appreciation for fleeting seasonal moments. Negative space heightens the sense of quiet, while the vertical lines of falling rain and the gentle bend of reeds suggest a world felt more than seen. It’s a work that invites the eye to rest and the mind to slow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and technique are handled with exquisite subtlety. A calm palette of beige and soft yellow washes is cooled by the egret’s white feathers and the delicate grey of rain, with notes of green in the marsh grasses for a natural, understated contrast. Fine linework shapes the bird’s sinuous neck, while feather textures are built from nearly transparent strokes and gentle tonal gradations—an effect akin to bokashi that creates depth without heaviness. The result is an elegant statement piece for minimalist, Japandi, or nature-inspired interiors, perfectly at home in calm bedrooms, entryways, or contemplative reading corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for lovers of Japanese art, bird enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates quiet beauty—ideal for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, weddings, housewarmings, 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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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":58301726359936,"sku":"UM00296299A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301726392704,"sku":"UM00296300A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301726425472,"sku":"UM00296301A","price":211.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301726458240,"sku":"UM00296302A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301726491008,"sku":"UM00296303A","price":287.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301726523776,"sku":"UM00296304A","price":306.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301726556544,"sku":"UM00296305A","price":169.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301726589312,"sku":"UM00296306A","price":459.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301726622080,"sku":"UM00296307A","price":478.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301726654848,"sku":"UM00296308A","price":220.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301726687616,"sku":"UM00296309A","price":631.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301726720384,"sku":"UM00296310A","price":727.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301726753152,"sku":"UM00296311A","price":402.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301726785920,"sku":"UM00296312A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301726818688,"sku":"UM00296313A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301726851456,"sku":"UM00296314A","price":536.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301726884224,"sku":"UM00296315A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301726916992,"sku":"UM00296316A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301726949760,"sku":"UM00296317A","price":879.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301726982528,"sku":"UM00296318A","price":3583.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301727015296,"sku":"UM00296319A","price":3430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_c5443b4e-54ed-4786-b872-c3b0445c5717.jpg?v=1781903808","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.ca\/de\/products\/egret-in-rain-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}