{"product_id":"willow-tree-and-mandarin-ducks-in-the-snow-ito-jakuchu","title":"Willow Tree and Mandarin Ducks in the Snow - Itō Jakuchū","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene winter scene by Itō Jakuchū, 'Willow Tree and Mandarin Ducks in the Snow' captures the quiet beauty of nature with delicate lines and a muted palette. This woodblock print showcases the artist's skill in blending realism with traditional Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eItō Jakuchū (1716-1800) was a Japanese painter of the mid-Edo period, known for his detailed and unconventional depictions of birds and other animals. Though he employed various styles throughout his career, he is particularly associated with the Rinpa school's decorative approach and a personal realism derived from direct observation. His work often blends a traditional Japanese aesthetic with innovative techniques. \n\n'Willow Tree and Mandarin Ducks in the Snow' exemplifies Jakuchū's skill in capturing the subtleties of the natural world. The composition depicts a winter scene, with delicate willow branches weighed down by snow. Several birds are perched on the branches, while a pair of mandarin ducks are nestled in the snow-covered ground below. The artist's fine lines and muted colour palette evoke the quiet stillness of a winter day. The falling snow is suggested by small dots of white, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The work demonstrates Jakuchū's ability to combine precise detail with a broader sense of harmony and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-pair-of-pheasants-in-the-snow-ohara-koson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Pair of Pheasants in the Snow - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/picture-of-mitsumata-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePicture of Mitsumata - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Itō Jakuchū","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57698711830863,"sku":null,"price":25.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57698716057935,"sku":null,"price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57698716090703,"sku":null,"price":40.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57698716123471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57698716156239,"sku":null,"price":49.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Willow-Tree-and-Mandarin-Ducks-in-the-Snow_Poster_CompositorV1_1778806565435.jpg?v=1778811402","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/willow-tree-and-mandarin-ducks-in-the-snow-ito-jakuchu","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}