{"product_id":"peacock-by-ohara-koson-1925","title":"Peacock by Ohara Koson, 1925","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeacock (1925) by Ohara Koson is a luminous example of Japan’s early 20th‑century shin-hanga revival within the ukiyo-e woodblock tradition. Renowned for his elegant kachō‑e (bird‑and‑flower) imagery, Koson distills the majesty of the peacock into a poised, almost meditative presence. Here, the stately bird commands the composition: a serenely arcing fan of tail feathers and a refined profile rendered with delicate line, subtle color, and a painterly sense of atmosphere. The result is a work that feels both observational and ornamental, celebrating nature’s splendor without the need for narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine art print is offered exclusively by The Unique Maps Co. on your choice of acid‑free, archival art paper or premium artist’s cotton canvas. Each piece is produced with museum‑quality inks to honor the original’s nuanced tones and gentle gradients. Available in a range of sizes, with optional framing to suit your space, this edition can be personalized—add a discreet caption, adjust margins, or request custom dimensions—so your print arrives ready to hang and perfectly tailored to your interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (1877–1945) was a leading figure in modern Japanese woodblock printing, celebrated for precise draftsmanship and a remarkably sensitive eye for birds and flowers. Working during a period of renewed interest in traditional methods, he helped sustain and expand the appeal of woodblock prints for audiences in Japan and abroad. His best works, like this peacock, balance fine natural detail with an understated decorative rhythm that makes them timeless in both subject and design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis composition is notable for its quiet focus and clarity: the peacock’s long train fills the picture plane, drawing the eye along concentric patterns of “eyes” in the tail and then back to the bird’s dignified head and narrow crest. Created in the 1920s, it reflects a broader shift toward naturalism in printmaking, where artists embraced close study from life while preserving the stylized elegance that defines the ukiyo-e lineage. Koson’s measured minimalism—the absence of complex scenery or narrative—heightens the bird’s presence and symbolic association with beauty and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is a study in serenity: soft greens and gentle beige tones play against luminous whites, with the background’s even green field setting off the crisp silhouette of the bird. Fine, hairline carving describes each feather, while delicate bokashi (color gradation) adds dimension to the tail’s eye‑spots and a sense of movement to the sweeping fan. This restrained harmony of color and pattern makes the print highly versatile: it can serve as a calming focal point in a living room, bring refinement to a bedroom, or complement clean, contemporary interiors—think minimal, Japandi, or nature‑inspired décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful and graceful gift, this print suits bird lovers, admirers of Japanese art, and anyone drawn to serene, nature‑centered design. Ideal for housewarmings, birthdays, Mother’s or Father’s Day, Christmas, or as a memento for someone recently inspired by travels in Japan, it’s a piece that brings quiet elegance to any home.\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":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307942842752,"sku":"UM00299843A","price":83.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307942875520,"sku":"UM00299844A","price":202.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10x10in (25x25cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58307942908288,"sku":"UM00299845A","price":223.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58307942941056,"sku":"UM00299846A","price":83.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58307942973824,"sku":"UM00299847A","price":223.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x12in (30x30cm) \/ Framed 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