A Flycatcher on Cucumber Bush - Ohara Koson
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A woodblock print by Ohara Koson depicts a flycatcher perched on a cucumber bush. The artwork exemplifies Koson's skill in capturing the delicate beauty of the natural world.
Ohara Koson (1877-1945) was a Japanese artist renowned for his woodblock prints of birds and flowers, a category known as kacho-e. Active during the late Meiji and early Showa periods, Koson initially trained in traditional Japanese painting before turning to printmaking. His work demonstrates a synthesis of traditional Ukiyo-e techniques with a more modern, Western aesthetic, appealing to both domestic and international markets. He also used the names Shoson and Hoson during his career. This print depicts a flycatcher perched on a cucumber bush, its body angled downwards as it surveys its surroundings. The composition is simple yet elegant, with the bird rendered in meticulous detail. The cucumber bush, complete with ripe fruit and curling tendrils, adds a touch of naturalism to the scene. The colour palette is restrained, with soft greens, oranges, and browns creating a harmonious and tranquil image. The print exemplifies Koson's skill in capturing the delicate beauty of the natural world, reflecting the broader Ukiyo-e tradition of celebrating the fleeting moments of life.
A Flycatcher on Cucumber Bush - Ohara Koson
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Solid wood frames, UV-protected acrylic glaze, and archival backing for lasting durability.
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12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified 200gsm fine art paper, with lifetime fade resistance.
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Crafted in the UK
Sustainably sourced materials, precision manufactured locally, reducing carbon footprint.
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Beautiful print, great quality and love it with the white frame. Delivery was really fast. I've had loads of compliments from visitors as I've hung it in my hallway as the first thing you see when you enter the house. Couldn't be happier.
Ohara Koson
designing five hundred bird-and-flower woodblock prints for Western buyers in a classical Japanese tradition, forgotten in Japan until the 1970s
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