{"product_id":"rooster-and-hen-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Rooster and Hen by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson’s Rooster and Hen is a poised meditation on everyday nature, distilled through the clarity and restraint of early 20th‑century Japanese woodblock art. Created during the flowering of the shin-hanga movement, the composition pairs a vigilant rooster with a softly attentive hen, set against a luminous ground that suggests first light. Koson (1877–1945) was celebrated for his bird-and-flower subjects, and here he channels Nihonga sensibilities—precision, elegance, and a reverence for natural forms—into a scene that feels both intimate and iconic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality reproduction of Rooster and Hen as a fine art print from The Unique Maps Co. Choose archival, acid-free paper for a velvety matte finish, or artist’s cotton canvas for subtle texture and depth. Each piece is produced with long‑lasting pigment inks and is available in a range of sizes, with optional framing, matting, and glazing. Personalization—such as custom captions, dedication labels, or adjusted margins—is available on request, ensuring a print tailored to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson was a leading figure in shin-hanga, the 20th‑century revitalization of ukiyo‑e that blended traditional carving and printing techniques with fresh, naturalistic design. Known also by the art names Shōson and Hōson, he became especially admired for exquisitely observed birds rendered with lyrical line and refined color. His work helped define the modern appeal of kachō‑e (bird-and-flower pictures), bringing Japanese woodblock art to new audiences at home and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the subject: Roosters in Japan are enduring emblems of vigilance, prosperity, and the coming of dawn—a symbolism that harmonizes with Koson’s gently glowing background and the watchful tilt of the birds’ heads. Painted during a period of rapid modernization, the print honors agricultural life while subtly reflecting new tastes and collectors’ interests of the early 1900s. The result is a composition that feels timeless: rooted in tradition, yet attuned to modern decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor, style, and why you’ll love it: The palette centers on warm yellow and beige tones, offset by the birds’ soft whites and grays. A sweep of lacquer‑black tail feathers anchors the design, while the combs glow with accents of red—small but striking focal points that enliven the whole. Koson’s mastery of bokashi (gradient shading) and the elegant asymmetry of the layout create quiet movement and depth without clutter. The species depicted is the domestic chicken, Gallus gallus domesticus, familiar yet elevated here into a study of grace and character. It’s an ideal statement piece for kitchens, dining rooms, or any space where warmth and calm are welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThoughtful and refined, this print makes a beautiful gift for lovers of Japanese art, animal and nature enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to serene, minimalist design. It’s perfect for Christmas, birthdays, Mother’s or Father’s Day, housewarmings, weddings, or as a keepsake for someone returning from travels in Japan.\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=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/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":58301731864960,"sku":"UM00296425A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301731897728,"sku":"UM00296426A","price":201.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301731930496,"sku":"UM00296427A","price":211.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301731963264,"sku":"UM00296428A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301731996032,"sku":"UM00296429A","price":287.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301732028800,"sku":"UM00296430A","price":306.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301732061568,"sku":"UM00296431A","price":169.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301732094336,"sku":"UM00296432A","price":459.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301732127104,"sku":"UM00296433A","price":478.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301732159872,"sku":"UM00296434A","price":220.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301732192640,"sku":"UM00296435A","price":631.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301732225408,"sku":"UM00296436A","price":727.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301732258176,"sku":"UM00296437A","price":402.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301732290944,"sku":"UM00296438A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301732323712,"sku":"UM00296439A","price":1672.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301732356480,"sku":"UM00296440A","price":536.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301732389248,"sku":"UM00296441A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301732422016,"sku":"UM00296442A","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301732454784,"sku":"UM00296443A","price":879.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301732487552,"sku":"UM00296444A","price":3583.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301732520320,"sku":"UM00296445A","price":3430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_7f3f1e0a-a1c4-431b-8460-ae212087c9db.jpg?v=1781903294","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.ca\/products\/rooster-and-hen-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}