{"product_id":"large-knot-sandpipers-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Large Knot Sandpipers by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eLarge Knot Sandpipers by Ohara Koson (1900) is a serene jewel of the shin-hanga revival, where traditional ukiyo-e techniques were reimagined for modern tastes. Koson’s favored subject—shorebirds—appears here with a quiet dignity: rounded forms poised at the water’s edge, their slender legs and neat plumage defined by meticulous linework. A soft, atmospheric palette and gentle gradients evoke a coastal moment suspended between stillness and motion, inviting calm contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered by The Unique Maps Co. as a museum-quality fine art print, this piece is available on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas, expertly color-matched to honor the original woodblock. Choose from a range of sizes and optional custom framing to suit your space, with mount and mat options, tailored borders, and personalized title plates available. Whether you prefer a minimalist presentation or a ready-to-hang frame, we’ll help you create a heirloom-quality print that fits your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945)—also known as Shoson or Hoson—was a leading figure of the shin-hanga movement in early 20th-century Japan. Celebrated for kachō-ga (bird-and-flower pictures), he brought a refined sensitivity to wildlife, emphasizing seasonal atmosphere and elegant restraint. His work bridged traditional craft and modern sensibilities, contributing to the global appreciation of Japanese prints among collectors and designers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis composition’s subject—the shorebird along a quiet tideline—speaks to a broader cultural reverence for nature and the fleeting, “floating” moments prized in ukiyo-e. Rather than dramatizing action, Koson captures a lucid pause: the rhythmic hush of waves, the attentive posture of the birds, the cool light of a coastal day. In the early 1900s, such prints helped renew interest in woodblock artistry at a time when photography and new visual media were reshaping how people viewed the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the print is a lesson in harmonious understatement. Soft grays and muted blacks are lifted by delicate blues, while warm beige and yellow tones suggest dawn or late afternoon light. The bokashi gradient modulates the sky and sea, and gentle, sweeping wave patterns carry the eye across the image. A velvety, dark coastal rock anchors the scene, its solidity counterbalancing the birds’ fine feather textures and the water’s fluid brushwork. The result feels both modern and timeless—perfect for interiors that value calm, refined palettes and a touch of Japanese minimalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant print makes a thoughtful gift for bird lovers, admirers of Japanese art, coastal dwellers, and anyone who appreciates serene, nature-centered design. It’s ideal for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, anniversaries, housewarmings, or as a meaningful memento for someone recently returned from Japan or a seaside journey.\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":58301720854912,"sku":"UM00296383A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301720887680,"sku":"UM00296384A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301720920448,"sku":"UM00296385A","price":211.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301720953216,"sku":"UM00296386A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301720985984,"sku":"UM00296387A","price":287.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301721018752,"sku":"UM00296388A","price":306.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301721051520,"sku":"UM00296389A","price":169.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301721084288,"sku":"UM00296390A","price":459.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301721117056,"sku":"UM00296391A","price":478.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301721149824,"sku":"UM00296392A","price":220.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301721182592,"sku":"UM00296393A","price":631.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301721215360,"sku":"UM00296394A","price":727.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301721248128,"sku":"UM00296395A","price":402.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301721280896,"sku":"UM00296396A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301721313664,"sku":"UM00296397A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301721346432,"sku":"UM00296398A","price":536.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301721379200,"sku":"UM00296399A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301721411968,"sku":"UM00296400A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301721444736,"sku":"UM00296401A","price":879.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301721477504,"sku":"UM00296402A","price":3583.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301721510272,"sku":"UM00296403A","price":3430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_ac4c691f-1569-41e5-87c4-268f4ca984ff.jpg?v=1781903290","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.ca\/es\/products\/large-knot-sandpipers-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}