{"product_id":"flying-quail-under-the-moon-by-ohara-koson-1877","title":"Flying Quail Under the Moon by Ohara Koson, 1877","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlying Quail Under the Moon by Ohara Koson is a serene Japanese woodblock print that distills the hush of night into a single, lyrical moment. Koson, celebrated for his bird-and-flower prints (kachō-ga), was a leading figure associated with the shin-hanga revival that brought refined color, atmosphere, and painterly nuance back to traditional printmaking in the early 20th century. Though the work is sometimes listed with the date 1877, the mood, technique, and subject align with the later period in which Koson’s artistry truly blossomed—an era defined by quiet natural scenes, delicate line, and poetic restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a meticulously produced fine art print of Flying Quail Under the Moon, available on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Each piece is printed with long-lasting pigment inks and finished to museum standards. Choose from a range of sizes to fit your space, with optional framing for a ready-to-hang presentation. The Unique Maps Co. can personalize your edition with custom sizing, a caption, or a dedication—thoughtful details that make your print uniquely yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson (also known as Shōson and Hōson) became renowned for transforming traditional subjects—birds, blossoms, reeds, and riverbanks—into elegant, contemplative scenes. Working with master carvers and printers, he fused crisp linework with softly modulated color, creating prints that feel both immediate and timeless. His works appealed to Japanese audiences and Western collectors alike for their balance of subtlety and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artwork: In Flying Quail Under the Moon, a quail arcs through a sparse, moonlit sky while grasses and small blossoms sway below. The composition’s asymmetry and generous negative space embody Japanese aesthetics, allowing the viewer’s eye to follow the bird’s graceful flight against the circular disc of the moon. The subject reflects a classical taste for seasonal beauty and tranquil observation—nature not as spectacle, but as a quiet companion to contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the color, style, and why to own it: The palette is whisper-soft and refined—gentle yellow and beige tones suffuse the night air, warming to orange undertones in the grasses and quail’s plumage, while the flowers offer subtle punctuations of blue. Fine, varied strokes describe feathers and leaves with suiboku-inspired sensitivity, and the print’s elongated format enhances the sense of upward motion and spacious calm. This is a piece that brings stillness to modern interiors—perfect for minimalist spaces, Japandi schemes, or any room that benefits from a restrained, nature-focused statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful and enduring gift, this print is ideal for bird lovers, admirers of Japanese art, and anyone drawn to serene, nature-infused design. It makes a beautiful present for Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, housewarmings, weddings, or for a friend recently returned from Japan—an elegant reminder of moonlit quiet and the grace of a single, unhurried moment.\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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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=\"\/fr\/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":58330809041280,"sku":"UM00301310A","price":84.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330809074048,"sku":"UM00301311A","price":204.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330809106816,"sku":"UM00301312A","price":225.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330809139584,"sku":"UM00301313A","price":135.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330809172352,"sku":"UM00301314A","price":322.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330809205120,"sku":"UM00301315A","price":343.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330809237888,"sku":"UM00301316A","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330809270656,"sku":"UM00301317A","price":514.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330809303424,"sku":"UM00301318A","price":536.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330809336192,"sku":"UM00301319A","price":236.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330809368960,"sku":"UM00301320A","price":707.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330809401728,"sku":"UM00301321A","price":707.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330809434496,"sku":"UM00301322A","price":418.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330809467264,"sku":"UM00301323A","price":1874.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330809500032,"sku":"UM00301324A","price":1874.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330809532800,"sku":"UM00301325A","price":568.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330809565568,"sku":"UM00301326A","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330809598336,"sku":"UM00301327A","price":2784.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330809631104,"sku":"UM00301328A","price":889.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330809663872,"sku":"UM00301329A","price":4016.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330809696640,"sku":"UM00301330A","price":3748.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_f9e5ddbb-efc4-4798-a109-f16f1d8924ac.jpg?v=1782401440","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.net\/fr\/products\/flying-quail-under-the-moon-by-ohara-koson-1877","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}