{"product_id":"skylark-in-flight-above-blossoming-peach-by-ohara-koson-1931","title":"Skylark in Flight above Blossoming Peach by Ohara Koson, 1931","description":"\u003cp\u003eSkylark in Flight above Blossoming Peach by Ohara Koson (circa 1931) is a luminous Japanese woodblock print that captures the hush and lift of spring. A skylark tilts mid-air above a sprig of peach blossom, its wings poised as if holding a single bright note against a tranquil sky. Created during the shin-hanga revival—when traditional ukiyo-e techniques were updated for modern audiences—Koson’s poetic bird-and-flower composition distills movement, balance, and seasonal atmosphere into a scene of lyrical calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art reproduction, available on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Printed with fade-resistant pigment inks, each piece is produced to order in a range of standard and custom sizes. Choose unframed prints with an optional white border, or select professional framing to receive a ready-to-hang artwork. The Unique Maps Co. can personalize your print with a discreet title line, dedication, or date, and is happy to accommodate bespoke sizing, matting, and framing requests to suit your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945), also known as Shoson and Hoson, is celebrated as a master of kachō-ga—bird-and-flower prints that brought the natural world into urban homes with quiet sophistication. His work is renowned for crisp drawing, nuanced gradations of color, and exquisitely controlled negative space. In the early 20th century, when printmakers reimagined centuries-old woodblock methods, Koson emerged as a leading voice, pairing classical motifs with a fresh, contemporary sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, the subject is both specific and symbolic: the skylark—a herald of spring—hovers above peach blossoms that signal renewal and good fortune. The scene resonates with Japanese aesthetics that honor seasonality and the beauty of transient moments. For those who appreciate natural history, the pairing nods to the skylark (Alauda arvensis) and the flowering peach (Prunus persica), creating a refined dialogue between avian grace and botanical delicacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoson’s palette and technique heighten the print’s serenity. A gradient blue sky drifts from deeper blue to a pale, airy tint, while the bird’s buff-beige plumage and the warm tone of the branch provide gentle contrast. Subtle greens articulate young leaves, and the blossoms sit lightly on the eye—delicate, almost weightless—thanks to the artist’s fine linework and softly blended color. The diagonal branch and the bird’s upward motion create a balanced tension that feels both dynamic and contemplative, making the piece easy to live with and endlessly rewarding up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant print makes a thoughtful gift for lovers of Japanese art and design, birdwatchers, gardeners, or anyone marking a fresh start. Perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, weddings, or Christmas, it’s also a beautiful token for someone who has recently traveled to Japan or simply looks forward to the first signs of spring each year.\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":58301786915200,"sku":"UM00297700A","price":75.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301786947968,"sku":"UM00297701A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301786980736,"sku":"UM00297702A","price":211.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301787013504,"sku":"UM00297703A","price":75.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301787046272,"sku":"UM00297704A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed 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