{"product_id":"two-carp-iii-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Two carp III by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo carp III by Ohara Koson introduces a moment of quiet vitality beneath the water’s surface, rendered with the lyrical grace that made Koson one of the foremost masters of early 20th‑century kachō‑e (bird‑and‑flower) prints. Working within the shin‑hanga revival, Koson blended time‑honored ukiyo‑e traditions with a modern sensitivity to atmosphere and light. In this elegant composition from around 1900, two carp glide in gentle counterpoint, their bodies curving through a tranquil field of color that turns a familiar subject into pure poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis museum-quality edition is a fine art print of the original woodblock design, produced on your choice of acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. The Unique Maps Co. offers multiple sizes, optional conservation-grade framing and matting, and personalized details—from captions and dedication notes to custom sizing, borders, or color-matched margins—so your piece arrives ready to hang or gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945), also known as Shōson and Hōson, is celebrated for refining the natural lyricism of kachō‑e into something at once intimate and quietly monumental. His prints often isolate a few decisive forms against a luminous ground, inviting a meditative appreciation of line, rhythm, and stillness. Koson’s mastery lies in how he captures living motion with restraint: a turn of the fin, a tapering shadow, a soft gradation that suggests depth without declaring it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here—the carp, or koi—carries deep cultural resonance in Japan, symbolizing perseverance, strength, and transformation. In Two carp III, the pair appears suspended in a moment of harmonious movement, one slightly advancing as the other arcs back, creating a visual conversation of approach and retreat. This restrained choreography, paired with a minimally articulated environment, evokes the timeless calm of a garden pond while celebrating the resilience the carp has long represented. For those who appreciate natural history, the carp is commonly identified as Cyprinus carpio (with ornamental koi varieties known as nishikigoi in Japan), a nod to the work’s elegant balance of art and the living world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoson’s refined palette and printing techniques heighten the sense of serenity. A warm ground of yellow and beige meets misty whites, while delicate bokashi gradations carry subtle grays and the faintest blushes of pale color across the bodies and fins. The scales are patterned with exquisite precision, their fine geometry contrasting the smooth, open water—an interplay that feels both tactile and ethereal. It’s this synthesis of texture, silhouette, and whisper‑soft tone that makes the print so versatile on the wall: equally compelling in minimalist interiors, serene bedrooms, spa-like baths, or any space seeking a contemplative focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant and meaningful, this print makes a thoughtful gift for lovers of Japanese art, nature enthusiasts, aquarists, anglers, and anyone drawn to serene design—perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, weddings, Mother’s or Father’s Day, Christmas, or as a memento for someone recently returned from 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=\"\/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":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307485729152,"sku":"UM00298872A","price":81.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307485761920,"sku":"UM00298873A","price":223.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307485794688,"sku":"UM00298874A","price":233.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307485827456,"sku":"UM00298875A","price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307485860224,"sku":"UM00298876A","price":318.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307485892992,"sku":"UM00298877A","price":339.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307485925760,"sku":"UM00298878A","price":187.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307485958528,"sku":"UM00298879A","price":509.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307485991296,"sku":"UM00298880A","price":530.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307486024064,"sku":"UM00298881A","price":244.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307486056832,"sku":"UM00298882A","price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307486089600,"sku":"UM00298883A","price":805.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307486122368,"sku":"UM00298884A","price":445.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307486155136,"sku":"UM00298885A","price":1853.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307486187904,"sku":"UM00298886A","price":1853.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307486220672,"sku":"UM00298887A","price":593.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307486253440,"sku":"UM00298888A","price":2965.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307486286208,"sku":"UM00298889A","price":2965.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307486318976,"sku":"UM00298890A","price":975.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307486351744,"sku":"UM00298891A","price":3971.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307486384512,"sku":"UM00298892A","price":3802.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_bcc909de-c17f-4fab-89ba-dfd81e8d3569.jpg?v=1781987087","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.net\/de\/products\/two-carp-iii-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}