Two Koi Carps - Ohara Koson
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A Japanese woodblock print by Ohara Koson depicting two koi fish swimming in water. The artwork showcases the artist's mastery of colour and line, typical of the Shin-Hanga movement.
Ohara Koson (1877-1945) was a Japanese artist associated with the Shin-Hanga movement. This art form revitalised traditional Ukiyo-e woodblock printing, blending it with Western influences. Koson, also known as Ohara Hōson and Shōson, initially trained in painting before turning to woodblock design. He is particularly known for his depictions of birds and flowers (kachō-e), but also produced prints of animals and fish. His work was popular both in Japan and abroad. 'Two Koi Carps' exemplifies Koson's skill in capturing the delicate details and subtle gradations of colour inherent in Japanese woodblock printing. The print features two koi fish, one a muted orange and the other a grey-blue, swimming in a pale blue body of water. The artist uses soft, flowing lines to define the forms of the fish, and the translucent quality of the water is conveyed through careful layering of colour. The composition is simple yet elegant, reflecting a deep understanding of natural forms and a refined aesthetic sensibility.
Two Koi Carps - Ohara Koson
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Solid wood frames, UV-protected acrylic glaze, and archival backing for lasting durability.
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Museum-grade prints
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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Each frame is sealed with rigid backing and fixings attached, no extra effort required.
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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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