{"product_id":"pair-of-pheasants-and-cherry-blossom-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Pair of Pheasants and Cherry Blossom by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003ePair of pheasants and cherry blossom by Ohara Koson introduces a tranquil spring moment in the language of early 20th-century Japanese woodblock printing. Created in 1900 by the celebrated shin-hanga master (1877–1945), this kachō-e (bird-and-flower) scene pairs two alert pheasants beneath a graceful arc of cherry blossoms. Koson’s refined linework and poised asymmetry echo the Ukiyo-e traditions of the previous centuries while embracing the modern sensibility that defined the shin-hanga revival—quiet, lyrical, and exquisitely observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a high-quality fine art print produced by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid-free archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional borders and framing. We also offer personalization and custom sizing, so you can tailor your piece—whether you prefer a crisp gallery look or a warm, traditional presentation that complements Japanese-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson is widely admired for his elegant depictions of birds and flowers, a genre he helped re-energize for modern audiences. Working with leading publishers and carvers, he brought peerless delicacy to plumage, petals, and bark, translating fleeting natural moments into enduring design. His works distill movement into stillness, inviting the viewer to linger on subtle shifts of tone and pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here carries layers of cultural meaning. Cherry blossom (sakura) is a beloved emblem of renewal and the briefness of life, while the pheasant—keen-eyed and poised—adds a note of vitality and watchfulness. Together they suggest the passing of seasons and the beauty of nature’s cycles, themes that resonated across Japan’s transition from tradition to modernity in the early 1900s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoson’s color sense is a key to the print’s quiet radiance. A dominant veil of yellow sets a soft, luminous ground, while greens and grays define feathers, grasses, and the gentle curves of the branch. Delicate pinks kiss the blossoms without overwhelming them. Subtle bokashi gradations and fine, tapering lines describe texture without fuss, balancing negative space and detail for a serene, asymmetrical composition. The effect is both decorative and meditative—ideal for calm, nature-centered rooms and for styles from Japandi to contemporary minimalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful and elegant gift, this print is perfect for bird lovers, Japan enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates timeless design. It makes a meaningful present for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, a housewarming, a wedding or anniversary, or for someone returning from travels to Japan—especially if they’ve experienced the magic of cherry blossom season.\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":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307534225792,"sku":"UM00299542A","price":83.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307534258560,"sku":"UM00299543A","price":223.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307534291328,"sku":"UM00299544A","price":233.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307534324096,"sku":"UM00299545A","price":134.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307534356864,"sku":"UM00299546A","price":318.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307534389632,"sku":"UM00299547A","price":339.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x36in (45x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307534422400,"sku":"UM00299548A","price":187.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x36in (45x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307534455168,"sku":"UM00299549A","price":488.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x36in (45x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307534487936,"sku":"UM00299550A","price":530.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307534520704,"sku":"UM00299551A","price":233.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307534553472,"sku":"UM00299552A","price":646.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307534586240,"sku":"UM00299553A","price":646.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307534619008,"sku":"UM00299554A","price":392.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307534651776,"sku":"UM00299555A","price":1853.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307534684544,"sku":"UM00299556A","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30x60in (75x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307534717312,"sku":"UM00299557A","price":540.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30x60in (75x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307534750080,"sku":"UM00299558A","price":2965.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30x60in (75x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307534782848,"sku":"UM00299559A","price":2753.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"35x70in (89x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307534815616,"sku":"UM00299560A","price":879.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"35x70in (89x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307534848384,"sku":"UM00299561A","price":3971.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"35x70in (89x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307534881152,"sku":"UM00299562A","price":3706.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_a537d0f8-bc88-49aa-bea7-4bee5b3970f8.jpg?v=1781988451","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.net\/products\/pair-of-pheasants-and-cherry-blossom-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}