{"product_id":"ducks-at-full-moon-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Ducks at Full Moon by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eDucks at Full Moon by Ohara Koson introduces a quiet nocturne of nature at its most poetic. Created around 1900 by the celebrated Japanese printmaker Ohara Koson (1877–1945), this woodblock print captures two ducks beneath a pale full moon as a flowering plum branch arcs elegantly across the scene. In the kachō-e tradition—bird-and-flower imagery that flourished from the late Edo through the Meiji and Taishō eras—Koson balances close observation with lyrical atmosphere, inviting the viewer into a moment of seasonal calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a museum-quality fine art print of Ducks at Full Moon, produced by The Unique Maps Co. on your choice of acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas with long-lasting, pigment-based inks. Offered in a range of standard and custom sizes, it can be ordered unframed or professionally framed in black, white, or natural wood. We can add generous borders for matting, include a discreet caption, or personalize the verso with a gift message—tailored finishing to help your print arrive ready to hang and to be enjoyed for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson, a leading figure associated with the shin-hanga movement, is renowned for his masterful bird-and-flower compositions that breathe new life into the ukiyo-e tradition. Working across the late Meiji, Taishō, and early Shōwa periods, he collaborated with skilled carvers and printers to achieve a refined surface and astonishing tonal nuance. His prints were prized in Japan and found avid collectors abroad, admired for their serene mood, impeccable draftsmanship, and sensitive rendering of wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDucks at Full Moon is a quintessential example of Koson’s ability to evoke feeling through nature. The subject draws on classic seasonal motifs: the full moon as a symbol of beauty and quiet reflection, and plum blossoms—cherished in Japan for their early bloom—as an emblem of renewal and fleeting time. The intimate scale and uncluttered composition mirror the gentle rhythms of the natural world, inviting contemplation rather than spectacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is restrained and beautifully judged. Dominant tones of beige and warm ivory cradle the glowing, yellow-tinged moon, while touches of white articulate the plum blossoms and catch the highlights on the ducks’ plumage. Subtle greys and earth hues modulate the background, creating depth without distraction. Note the contrast between the fine, calligraphic lines of the flowering branch and the softly rounded silhouettes of the ducks and moon; delicate, precise strokes define petals and feathers, while broader, velvety color fields suggest air, water, and night. It is this harmony—between realism and decorative simplicity—that makes the print so compelling on a wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether chosen for a serene bedroom, a minimalist living space, or a study curated around Japanese aesthetics, this piece makes an elegant, thoughtful gift. It’s perfect for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, a housewarming, or for anyone who loves Japanese art, birdlife, or the quiet glow of a moonlit scene—especially meaningful for someone recently returned from Japan or planning their next 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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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":58301749756288,"sku":"UM00296992A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301749789056,"sku":"UM00296993A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301749821824,"sku":"UM00296994A","price":211.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301749854592,"sku":"UM00296995A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301749887360,"sku":"UM00296996A","price":287.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301749920128,"sku":"UM00296997A","price":306.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301749952896,"sku":"UM00296998A","price":169.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301749985664,"sku":"UM00296999A","price":459.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301750018432,"sku":"UM00297000A","price":478.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301750051200,"sku":"UM00297001A","price":220.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301750083968,"sku":"UM00297002A","price":631.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301750116736,"sku":"UM00297003A","price":727.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301750149504,"sku":"UM00297004A","price":402.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301750182272,"sku":"UM00297005A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301750215040,"sku":"UM00297006A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301750247808,"sku":"UM00297007A","price":536.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301750280576,"sku":"UM00297008A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301750313344,"sku":"UM00297009A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301750346112,"sku":"UM00297010A","price":879.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301750378880,"sku":"UM00297011A","price":3583.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301750411648,"sku":"UM00297012A","price":3430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_e69a349b-87d6-4d2f-b70c-9342707429f3.jpg?v=1781903807","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.ca\/fr\/products\/ducks-at-full-moon-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}