{"product_id":"two-pigeons-on-an-autumnal-branch-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Two Pigeons on an Autumnal Branch by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo pigeons on autumnal branch by Ohara Koson (1900) is a quietly luminous woodblock print from a master of the shin-hanga, or “new print,” movement in early 20th‑century Japan. Rooted in the ukiyo‑e bird‑and‑flower tradition yet refreshed for modern tastes, Koson’s composition captures a tender moment of calm: two soft‑feathered birds nestled on a slender bough while crisp, flame‑colored autumn leaves dance around them. The scene distills the Japanese appreciation for seasonality and stillness, turning an ordinary perch into a meditation on balance, light, and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition is offered as a museum‑quality fine art print, produced with archival pigment inks on acid‑free cotton rag paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes—from intimate to statement‑making—or request a custom dimension to fit your space. The Unique Maps Co. can add generous borders for matting, tailor margins for traditional display, and frame your print in your choice of black, white, or natural wood gallery frames. Personalization options include custom sizing, inscription requests, or a gift note, all finished to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945) is celebrated for elevating kachō‑e—bird‑and‑flower subjects—within shin‑hanga, preserving the collaborative woodblock craft while embracing subtle Western‑inflected ideas of light and atmosphere. His prints are prized for their serenity and precise natural observation, attributes that made them beloved in Japan and abroad. Collectors value Koson’s ability to communicate emotion through restraint: silence in the negative space, tenderness in a tilt of the head, and the hush of seasonal change brushed across the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis composition is notable for the poised pairing of tranquility and movement. The rounded, restful silhouettes of the pigeons suggest companionship and peace, while the angular maple leaves introduce a lively counter‑rhythm that signals the crispness of autumn. The scene speaks to mono no aware—the awareness of life’s transience—capturing a fleeting instant when color peaks and the air turns cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and craft are the heart of its allure. A gentle blue ground softens into a whispering gradient behind the birds, whose pearly white and dove‑grey plumage is defined by feathery, delicate linework. Against this serene field, the reds and oranges of the leaves glow with lacquer‑like clarity, creating a striking, modern contrast that remains easy to live with. Layered impressions from multiple blocks add depth without heaviness, and the print’s elegant asymmetry makes it a timeless focal point for bedrooms, reading nooks, or serene entryways. It’s a piece you’ll return to for calm and quiet beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful, versatile gift, this print suits Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, weddings, housewarmings, or as a welcome‑home present for someone who has just returned from Japan—or anyone who finds peace in birds, autumn color, and the graceful tradition of Japanese woodblock art.\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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307947168128,"sku":"UM00299975A","price":75.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307947200896,"sku":"UM00299976A","price":182.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307947233664,"sku":"UM00299977A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307947266432,"sku":"UM00299978A","price":75.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307947299200,"sku":"UM00299979A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Framed 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