{"product_id":"frog-and-tadpoles-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Frog and Tadpoles by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrog and Tadpoles by Ohara Koson is a refined Japanese woodblock print from around 1900 that captures a quiet moment at the water’s edge. A poised frog, a scatter of tadpoles, and broad lotus leaves unfold across a softly lit ground, turning a humble pond into a study of elegance and balance. Koson’s kachō-e—pictures of birds, flowers, and small creatures—are celebrated for their meditative clarity, and this scene distills nature into simple, lyrical forms that feel timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a high-quality fine art print of Koson’s woodblock design, produced on your choice of acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Available in a range of sizes, it can be ordered unframed or expertly framed to arrive ready to hang. The Unique Maps Co. also offers personalization—add a discreet caption, date, or dedication—and can tailor margins, framing finishes, and scale to suit your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945) was a master of natural subjects within the Shin-hanga movement, which revitalized traditional ukiyo-e techniques for modern audiences in the late Meiji, Taishō, and early Shōwa eras. His prints reached collectors worldwide, prized for their sensitive line, luminous color, and the way they honor everyday wildlife. In Frog and Tadpoles, he brings that same attentive eye to a small ecosystem, conveying life, stillness, and the passage of time in a single glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject resonates with cultural and symbolic depth. The lotus—a revered motif in Japanese art—suggests purity and renewal, while the frog and tadpoles evoke transformation and seasonal cycles. Together, these elements bridge tradition and modern taste, echoing the early 20th-century shift in Japanese printmaking toward naturalism and intimate observation. This quiet vignette celebrates the fragile continuities of pond life without sentimentality, inviting unhurried contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoson’s palette leans to gentle yellows, soft greens, and warm beige tones, with cool accents that lend freshness to the water and foliage. Rounded lotus leaves and buds counterbalance the angular silhouette of the frog, while the sweep of negative space keeps the composition airy and serene. Subtle gradations and precise keylines—hallmarks of fine woodblock printing—guide the eye across the scene. The presence of the sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) adds a graceful botanical note, making this print ideal for interiors that favor natural textures, biophilic design, or minimalist calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful gift for lovers of Japanese art, gardeners, or anyone who finds solace in nature, this print suits occasions from housewarmings and birthdays to Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas, or to welcome home someone recently returned from travels in Japan. It brings a tranquil, contemplative mood to bedrooms, reading nooks, entryways, and gallery walls alike.\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=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/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":58307473342848,"sku":"UM00298515A","price":81.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307473375616,"sku":"UM00298516A","price":223.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307473408384,"sku":"UM00298517A","price":233.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307473441152,"sku":"UM00298518A","price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307473473920,"sku":"UM00298519A","price":318.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307473506688,"sku":"UM00298520A","price":339.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307473539456,"sku":"UM00298521A","price":187.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307473572224,"sku":"UM00298522A","price":509.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307473604992,"sku":"UM00298523A","price":530.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307473637760,"sku":"UM00298524A","price":244.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307473670528,"sku":"UM00298525A","price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307473703296,"sku":"UM00298526A","price":805.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307473736064,"sku":"UM00298527A","price":445.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307473768832,"sku":"UM00298528A","price":1853.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307473801600,"sku":"UM00298529A","price":1853.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307473834368,"sku":"UM00298530A","price":593.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307473867136,"sku":"UM00298531A","price":2965.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307473899904,"sku":"UM00298532A","price":2965.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307473932672,"sku":"UM00298533A","price":975.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307473965440,"sku":"UM00298534A","price":3971.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307473998208,"sku":"UM00298535A","price":3802.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_ba974eef-7a1d-4545-93d9-1a97bb57ecc2.jpg?v=1781987446","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.net\/products\/frog-and-tadpoles-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}