{"product_id":"egret-i-by-ohara-koson-1925","title":"Egret I by Ohara Koson, 1925","description":"\u003cp\u003eEgret I (1925–1936) by Ohara Koson is a serene jewel of the shin-hanga revival, a movement that renewed Japan’s woodblock traditions for modern audiences. First published in 1925, this elegant composition distills a quiet riverside moment: a white egret poised amid tall grasses and deep blue irises, its slender neck and fine plumage described with extraordinary restraint. The calm palette of soft blues and greens against a light, sandy ground evokes the fleeting beauty and transience celebrated in Ukiyo-e, while Koson’s hallmark sensitivity to nature grants the bird an almost meditative presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print of Egret I, produced on your choice of acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. The Unique Maps Co. crafts each piece to order in a range of sizes, with optional framing to complement your interior. Personalization is available—add a margin for matting, a discreet caption, or a custom dedication—so your print arrives perfectly tailored to your space or gifting occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945) was one of the leading lights of the shin-hanga movement, renowned for luminous kachō-ga (bird-and-flower) subjects. Working collaboratively with master carvers and printers, he brought an exquisite naturalism to traditional techniques through subtle gradients, velvety inks, and impeccably balanced compositions. His bird studies—especially egrets—are prized for their poised silhouettes and refined stillness, bridging Edo-period aesthetics with early 20th-century sensibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgret I is notable for the way it captures the calm dignity of its subject while weaving in time-honored symbolism. In Japanese art, the egret is often associated with purity and tranquility; the irises that frame it can suggest protection and renewal. Together they form a quietly uplifting tableau—neither theatrical nor sentimental—just a single, attentive moment in nature, preserved through craftsmanship and nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook closely and you’ll see how Koson’s design language elevates simplicity into poetry: the smooth, flowing line of the bird’s neck; the generous area of negative space that lets the form “breathe”; and the rich, layered blues of the irises providing a counterpoint to the egret’s pale body. Gentle bokashi (tone gradation) transitions lend depth to the grasses and water, while restrained touches of warm yellow at the beak and in the flora animate the scene without disturbing its hush. It’s a print that harmonizes with contemporary and traditional interiors alike—perfect above a console, in a reading nook, or as a focal point in a minimal gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful and timeless gift, Egret I suits many occasions: an elegant choice for Christmas, a refined surprise for Mother’s or Father’s Day, a tranquil housewarming present, or a meaningful token for the bird lover, gardener, or admirer of Japanese design.\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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/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":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330805567872,"sku":"UM00301205A","price":84.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330805600640,"sku":"UM00301206A","price":204.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330805633408,"sku":"UM00301207A","price":225.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330805666176,"sku":"UM00301208A","price":135.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330805698944,"sku":"UM00301209A","price":322.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330805731712,"sku":"UM00301210A","price":343.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330805764480,"sku":"UM00301211A","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330805797248,"sku":"UM00301212A","price":514.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330805830016,"sku":"UM00301213A","price":536.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330805862784,"sku":"UM00301214A","price":236.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330805895552,"sku":"UM00301215A","price":707.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330805928320,"sku":"UM00301216A","price":707.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330805961088,"sku":"UM00301217A","price":418.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330805993856,"sku":"UM00301218A","price":1874.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806026624,"sku":"UM00301219A","price":1874.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330806059392,"sku":"UM00301220A","price":568.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330806092160,"sku":"UM00301221A","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806124928,"sku":"UM00301222A","price":2784.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330806157696,"sku":"UM00301223A","price":889.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330806190464,"sku":"UM00301224A","price":4016.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806223232,"sku":"UM00301225A","price":3748.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_692f9b1c-5c8f-4342-a0fa-7217c8aaf768.jpg?v=1782401455","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.net\/de\/products\/egret-i-by-ohara-koson-1925","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}