{"product_id":"cormorant-with-fish-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Cormorant with Fish by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eCormorant with fish by Ohara Koson introduces a quiet drama from the natural world, distilled into the elegant language of early 20th-century Japanese woodblock printing. Created around 1900, this kachō-e (bird-and-flower) composition embodies the shin-hanga revival—rooted in the Ukiyo-e tradition yet newly attentive to atmosphere, light, and lifelike detail. Koson captures a poised instant: a sleek cormorant tipping its beak to secure its catch, reeds whispering at the edges, and water flattened into a serene field of color. The result is lyrical and contemplative, a scene that feels both intimate and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print of Koson’s woodblock design, produced exclusively by The Unique Maps Co. Choose from acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas, each printed with richly pigmented inks for enduring color. Multiple sizes and framing options are available, from minimalist frames to warm natural woods, with optional mats selected to complement the artwork’s palette. Personalization is welcome—add a custom title line, inscription, or dedication—and we’re pleased to help tailor scale, borders, and framing to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945) is celebrated for refining the traditions of Ukiyo-e into exquisitely observed nature subjects. Working at the height of the shin-hanga movement, he became one of Japan’s most admired print artists for birds and flowers, renowned for meticulous draftsmanship and sensitive color. His prints bridged eras: grounded in historic techniques yet resonant with modern sensibilities, they found devoted audiences in Japan and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this image, the cormorant and its glinting prize allude to centuries-old fishing practices in Japan, where trained cormorants were guided to dive for river fish—a cultural thread that binds people, water, and wildlife. Koson’s composition strips away the nonessential to heighten the moment: the bird’s curved neck and the tension of the beak form a graceful arc, while reeds and ripples provide a spare counterpoint. The subject is naturalistic, but the treatment is poetic—an emblem of patience, skill, and the fleeting beauty of a captured instant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and craft are central to the print’s allure. A honeyed yellow field softly modulates into pale, parchment-like beige, with touches of white that catch on water and feather. Against this warm ground, restrained grays and earth-browns shape the bird’s plumage, while delicate, flowing strokes suggest ripples and reeds. Subtle bokashi gradations—hallmarks of fine woodblock technique—float through the water and sky, creating that quiet, breath-held atmosphere for which Koson is best known. The understated palette and graceful lines make this a versatile statement piece for serene, minimal, Japandi, or nature-forward interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine art print makes a thoughtful gift for lovers of Japanese art, birdwatchers, anglers, and anyone drawn to tranquil, contemplative design. It’s an elegant choice for birthdays, housewarmings, Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, or as a keepsake for someone who has travelled in Japan or cherishes coastal and riverside landscapes.\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":58301742186880,"sku":"UM00296677A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301742219648,"sku":"UM00296678A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301742252416,"sku":"UM00296679A","price":211.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301742285184,"sku":"UM00296680A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301742317952,"sku":"UM00296681A","price":287.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301742350720,"sku":"UM00296682A","price":306.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301742383488,"sku":"UM00296683A","price":169.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301742416256,"sku":"UM00296684A","price":459.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301742449024,"sku":"UM00296685A","price":478.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301742481792,"sku":"UM00296686A","price":220.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301742514560,"sku":"UM00296687A","price":631.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301742547328,"sku":"UM00296688A","price":727.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301742580096,"sku":"UM00296689A","price":402.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301742612864,"sku":"UM00296690A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301742645632,"sku":"UM00296691A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301742678400,"sku":"UM00296692A","price":536.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301742711168,"sku":"UM00296693A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301742743936,"sku":"UM00296694A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301742776704,"sku":"UM00296695A","price":879.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301742809472,"sku":"UM00296696A","price":3583.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301742842240,"sku":"UM00296697A","price":3430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_655fe4f9-e49d-4729-83fe-3f7f66ca4b1e.jpg?v=1781903819","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.ca\/es\/products\/cormorant-with-fish-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}