{"product_id":"a-pair-of-pheasants-on-snowy-branches-by-ohara-koson-1877","title":"A Pair of Pheasants on Snowy Branches by Ohara Koson, 1877","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Pair of Pheasants on Snowy Branches by Ohara Koson is a lyrical bird-and-flower scene that distills winter’s hush into a poised decorative image. Koson—born in 1877 and celebrated for his refined portrayals of wildlife—worked at the heart of the shin-hanga movement, which revived the beauty of ukiyo-e woodblock printing for a new century. Here, two pheasants balance on snow-laden boughs, their poised postures and carefully patterned plumage evoking both the stillness of cold air and the quiet energy of life persisting through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a museum-quality fine art print of the work, produced on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas. Each print is made to order by The Unique Maps Co., with a choice of sizes to suit your space, optional framing in gallery-grade mouldings, and personalization options—such as a commemorative inscription, special dates, or a gift message. We’re also happy to accommodate bespoke dimensions or margins to complement your décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson (also known as Shōson) is widely admired for his kachō-e—bird-and-flower pictures that capture the character of living creatures with elegant restraint. Active in the early 20th century, he collaborated with master carvers and printers to achieve subtle tonal transitions, delicate feathering, and a luminous surface quality in his woodblocks. His prints became beloved by collectors in Japan and abroad for their serene moods and exquisite craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject here is deeply traditional yet vividly personal: pheasants perched amid snow, a motif associated with auspiciousness, resilience, and prosperity in East Asian art. By juxtaposing the birds’ alert gaze with heavy, powdery snow, Koson suggests the passing of winter and the promise of renewal. The simplified background heightens this meditative calm, drawing attention to the birds’ silhouettes and the arcs of the winter branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hallmark of the print is its harmony of color and pattern. The composition balances warm yellow and orange tones in the plumage against a field of soft beige and wintry neutrals, with understated reds and greens adding focal accents around the face and wings. Elongated tail feathers sweep across the vertical format, guiding the eye in a gentle rhythm. Fine linear work and layered shading—hallmarks of shin-hanga—reveal the texture of bark, the weight of fresh snow, and the intricate barring of the feathers without ever crowding the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant print makes a thoughtful gift for bird lovers, admirers of Japanese art, or anyone curating a serene, nature-forward space. It’s perfect for Christmas, a winter wedding or anniversary, Mother’s or Father’s Day, a housewarming, or to welcome home someone returning from travels in 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":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330806256000,"sku":"UM00301226A","price":53.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330806288768,"sku":"UM00301227A","price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806321536,"sku":"UM00301228A","price":142.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330806354304,"sku":"UM00301229A","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330806387072,"sku":"UM00301230A","price":202.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806419840,"sku":"UM00301231A","price":216.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330806452608,"sku":"UM00301232A","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330806485376,"sku":"UM00301233A","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806518144,"sku":"UM00301234A","price":337.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330806550912,"sku":"UM00301235A","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330806583680,"sku":"UM00301236A","price":445.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x40in (50x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806616448,"sku":"UM00301237A","price":445.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330806649216,"sku":"UM00301238A","price":263.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330806681984,"sku":"UM00301239A","price":1178.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806714752,"sku":"UM00301240A","price":1178.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330806747520,"sku":"UM00301241A","price":357.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330806780288,"sku":"UM00301242A","price":1885.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806813056,"sku":"UM00301243A","price":1751.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58330806845824,"sku":"UM00301244A","price":559.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58330806878592,"sku":"UM00301245A","price":2525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58330806911360,"sku":"UM00301246A","price":2356.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_2f38eafa-8de6-4c9a-82f0-b8c529ca2030.jpg?v=1782401526","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.com\/de\/products\/a-pair-of-pheasants-on-snowy-branches-by-ohara-koson-1877","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}