{"product_id":"chinese-golden-oriole-on-plum-blossom-branch-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Chinese Golden Oriole on Plum Blossom Branch by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eChinese golden oriole on plum blossom branch by Ohara Koson introduces a moment of luminous stillness: a bright yellow oriole poised among early plum blossoms, its form delicately balanced against a spare background. Created circa 1900 in traditional woodblock, this kachō-e (bird-and-flower) composition distills the refined sensibility for which Koson (1877–1945) is celebrated—an exquisite union of natural observation, poised asymmetry, and the serene poetry of seasonal change. The restrained setting allows the bird’s golden plumage and the rhythm of the branch to speak with quiet clarity, echoing the contemplative spirit of Japanese printmaking at the turn of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered as a high-quality fine art print by The Unique Maps Co., this piece is available on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas, produced with museum-grade inks to honor the original’s subtle tonal transitions. Choose from a range of sizes to suit intimate nooks or statement walls, with optional framing in gallery-ready finishes. Personalization and customization are welcomed—from tasteful title plates to margin adjustments and bespoke sizing—so your print arrives precisely as you envisioned it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson was a master of Japan’s early twentieth-century shin-hanga revival, continuing the time-honored techniques of ukiyo-e while refreshing them for modern audiences. Renowned for his bird-and-flower subjects, he brought a naturalist’s eye to plumage and petal, yet arranged each composition with a designer’s instinct for balance, negative space, and rhythm. His prints found enthusiastic admirers both in Japan and abroad, bridging tradition and modernity with exceptional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular subject—a Chinese golden oriole alighting on a flowering plum—carries layers of cultural and seasonal resonance. The oriole (often identified with Oriolus chinensis, commonly called the Black-naped oriole) is depicted at the cusp of movement, its luminous body poised above a branch of Prunus mume, the beloved winter-to-spring bloom that symbolizes renewal, perseverance, and elegant simplicity. The image reflects a broader early twentieth-century shift toward nature-centered themes in Japanese printmaking, celebrating harmony between bird and bough as a quiet emblem of life’s transience and return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the print is a study in refined contrasts. A warm, muted ground of beige and grey-brown sets the stage for the bird’s saturated yellow, creating a striking yet gentle focal point. The calligraphic sweep of the branch, with its softly rounded blossoms and measured knots, plays against the clean silhouette of the oriole. Subtle gradations suggest feather texture and shadow—techniques like bokashi shading lend depth without disrupting the print’s calm surface. This harmony of color and line makes the artwork versatile in contemporary interiors, pairing effortlessly with minimalist, wabi-sabi, or Japandi styles while adding a touch of radiant, nature-inspired color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless gift, this print suits occasions from Christmas and Mother’s or Father’s Day to housewarmings and anniversaries—especially meaningful for bird lovers, admirers of Japanese art, or anyone returning from travels during plum-blossom season. Thoughtful personalization options from The Unique Maps Co. make it easy to tailor the piece to a new home, a study, or a tranquil corner in need of quiet beauty.\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":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301751132544,"sku":"UM00297181A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301751165312,"sku":"UM00297182A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301751198080,"sku":"UM00297183A","price":211.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301751230848,"sku":"UM00297184A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301751263616,"sku":"UM00297185A","price":287.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301751296384,"sku":"UM00297186A","price":306.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301751329152,"sku":"UM00297187A","price":169.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301751361920,"sku":"UM00297188A","price":459.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301751394688,"sku":"UM00297189A","price":478.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301751427456,"sku":"UM00297190A","price":220.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301751460224,"sku":"UM00297191A","price":631.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301751492992,"sku":"UM00297192A","price":727.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301751525760,"sku":"UM00297193A","price":402.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301751558528,"sku":"UM00297194A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301751591296,"sku":"UM00297195A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301751624064,"sku":"UM00297196A","price":536.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301751656832,"sku":"UM00297197A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301751689600,"sku":"UM00297198A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301751722368,"sku":"UM00297199A","price":879.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301751755136,"sku":"UM00297200A","price":3583.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301751787904,"sku":"UM00297201A","price":3430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_88b0ded0-f31d-40fc-afb1-51a9e637ccf8.jpg?v=1781903813","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.ca\/es\/products\/chinese-golden-oriole-on-plum-blossom-branch-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}