Herons in Shallow Water by Ohara Koson, 1934
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Herons in Shallow Water (1934) by Ohara Koson invites you into a world of stillness and light. A master of the shin-hanga...
Continua a leggereHerons in Shallow Water (1934) by Ohara Koson invites you into a world of stillness and light. A master of the shin-hanga revival, Koson returned to traditional woodblock techniques with a fresh sensitivity to nature’s quiet moods. Here, a pair of white herons stand poised in a shallow, reed-lined pool, their elegant forms emerging from a soft field of greens and blue-greys. Created in 1934, the print captures that signature Koson moment when time seems to slow and the eye lingers on the subtleties of feather, water, and mist.
This listing offers a museum-quality fine art print produced by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid-free archival paper or an artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional framing to arrive ready to hang. We also offer tasteful personalization and customization—such as borders, captions, and sizing adjustments—so your piece harmonizes perfectly with your home.
Ohara Koson (also known as Shōson/Hōson) was one of the foremost bird-and-flower artists of early 20th-century Japan. Associated with the shin-hanga movement, he worked within the collaborative woodblock tradition—designer, carver, and printer—while embracing a nuanced naturalism that appealed to both Japanese and international collectors. His bird studies are prized for their lyrical restraint and the way they translate fleeting encounters in nature into enduring, contemplative images.
In Herons in Shallow Water, Koson focuses on two birds as they pause among rippling reflections and slender reeds. The scene balances classical elegance with a modern sensibility characteristic of the 1930s, when shin-hanga artists refined color printing and atmospheric effects. The subject—herons, admired in Japanese art for grace, patience, and quiet strength—adds a symbolic undercurrent that deepens the print’s meditative pull.
The palette is a study in harmony: soft greens and blue tones grade seamlessly across the background, while whites and greys softly articulate the birds’ plumage. Fine, calligraphic lines pick out beaks and feather edges, and the gentle bokashi gradation—achieved through multiple woodblocks and meticulous inking—suggests mist, shallow water, and evening light. Negative space and asymmetry guide the eye, while the vertical format and the birds’ elongated silhouettes bring poise and elegance to any room. With its restrained color and serene composition, this work complements interiors from Japandi calm to modern minimalism, coastal neutrals, and nature-led palettes.
A thoughtful gift for bird lovers, Japan enthusiasts, and design-minded friends, this print makes a refined present for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, weddings, anniversaries, or a housewarming. It’s especially meaningful for anyone who has traveled to Japan or appreciates the quiet poetry of the natural world.
If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
You 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 more examples of personalisation.
You can also choose to age 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 lots of examples of other aged artwork.
This 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.
I 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 get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing 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.
This artwork is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The work is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present an art print without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas art and explore the differences between my different finishes.
Herons in Shallow Water (1934) by Ohara Koson invites you into a world of stillness and light. A master of the shin-hanga revival, Koson returned to traditional woodblock techniques with a fresh sensitivity to nature’s quiet moods. Here, a pair of white herons stand poised in a shallow, reed-lined pool, their elegant forms emerging from a soft field of greens and blue-greys. Created in 1934, the print captures that signature Koson moment when time seems to slow and the eye lingers on the subtleties of feather, water, and mist.
This listing offers a museum-quality fine art print produced by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid-free archival paper or an artist’s cotton canvas. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional framing to arrive ready to hang. We also offer tasteful personalization and customization—such as borders, captions, and sizing adjustments—so your piece harmonizes perfectly with your home.
Ohara Koson (also known as Shōson/Hōson) was one of the foremost bird-and-flower artists of early 20th-century Japan. Associated with the shin-hanga movement, he worked within the collaborative woodblock tradition—designer, carver, and printer—while embracing a nuanced naturalism that appealed to both Japanese and international collectors. His bird studies are prized for their lyrical restraint and the way they translate fleeting encounters in nature into enduring, contemplative images.
In Herons in Shallow Water, Koson focuses on two birds as they pause among rippling reflections and slender reeds. The scene balances classical elegance with a modern sensibility characteristic of the 1930s, when shin-hanga artists refined color printing and atmospheric effects. The subject—herons, admired in Japanese art for grace, patience, and quiet strength—adds a symbolic undercurrent that deepens the print’s meditative pull.
The palette is a study in harmony: soft greens and blue tones grade seamlessly across the background, while whites and greys softly articulate the birds’ plumage. Fine, calligraphic lines pick out beaks and feather edges, and the gentle bokashi gradation—achieved through multiple woodblocks and meticulous inking—suggests mist, shallow water, and evening light. Negative space and asymmetry guide the eye, while the vertical format and the birds’ elongated silhouettes bring poise and elegance to any room. With its restrained color and serene composition, this work complements interiors from Japandi calm to modern minimalism, coastal neutrals, and nature-led palettes.
A thoughtful gift for bird lovers, Japan enthusiasts, and design-minded friends, this print makes a refined present for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, weddings, anniversaries, or a housewarming. It’s especially meaningful for anyone who has traveled to Japan or appreciates the quiet poetry of the natural world.
If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
You 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 more examples of personalisation.
You can also choose to age 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 lots of examples of other aged artwork.
This 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.
I 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 get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing 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.
This artwork is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The work is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present an art print without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas art and explore the differences between my different finishes.
Many of our maps and art prints are chosen as thoughtful gifts for homes, offices, studies and meaningful places.
Choose a framed option for the easiest ready-to-hang gift, or choose an unframed print if the recipient may prefer to select their own frame.
We make orders locally in 23 countries around the world, so gifts can often be produced close to the recipient. This helps them arrive faster, travel more safely, and avoid customs or import duty surprises.
- We can deliver directly to the recipient
- Framed pieces arrive ready to hang
- Unframed prints are carefully packed in a strong protective tube
- Almost every order is made locally, for faster, safer gifting
- 90-day returns give the recipient time to decide
If you are not sure what to choose, please contact us. We can help you pick the right map, size, finish or delivery option.
Most orders are made locally and delivered in around 2–3 working days, depending on the product, size and destination.
We print and frame maps and artwork in 23 countries around the world, so your order is usually made close to you or your recipient. That means faster delivery, less time in transit, and no customs or import duty surprises.
Personalised and customised pieces usually take an extra 1–2 working days, because we prepare your design and send it to you for approval before printing.
Very large framed orders can take a little longer, as they need extra care in production and delivery.
Every order is carefully packaged: unframed prints are sent in a strong protective tube, while framed pieces are securely packed with protective materials around the frame.
If you need your order by a particular date, please contact us before ordering. We’ll check the best production route and delivery option for your location.
Express delivery is available at checkout for most countries. Next-day delivery is available in the UK, US, Singapore and the UAE.
Your order is covered by our 90-day returns policy and 10-year guarantee.
Our standard frame is a gallery-style black ash hardwood frame, with a simple, modern look. It is approximately 20mm (0.8in) wide. You can also view some lovely customer photos of framed maps and art.
We use super-clear acrylic glazing, also known as Perspex or Acrylite, instead of traditional glass. It is lighter, safer, and has lower reflectivity, giving the artwork a clearer, cleaner appearance.
Six standard frame colours are available at no extra cost: black, dark brown, dark grey, oak, white, and antique gold. Custom framing and mounting/matting is also available for customers looking for something more specific.
Most maps, art prints, and illustrations are also available as a framed canvas. We use matte cotton canvas, stretch it over a sustainably sourced wooden box frame, and then float the piece within a wooden outer frame. The finished result is beautifully presented, with no glazing between you and the artwork.
All frames are supplied ready to hang, with either string or brackets fitted to the back. Very large frames will include heavy-duty hanging plates and/or a mounting baton. If you have any questions, please get in touch.
We can also supply old maps and artwork on canvas, foam board, cotton rag, and other materials.
If you would prefer to frame your map or artwork yourself, please read our size guide before ordering.
Ogni stampa artistica restaurata inizia dall’opera originale dell’artista—mai da una sostituzione generata dall’IA.
Il nostro studio di Londra lavora a partire da materiali di origine accuratamente selezionati da musei, biblioteche, archivi e collezioni private. Restauriamo i danni dovuti all’età, i colori sbiaditi e le imperfezioni di riproduzione, preservando al contempo la composizione, il tratto del pennello, il segno, la texture e il carattere d’epoca dell’artista.
Non utilizziamo l’IA generativa per ridisegnare, reinterpretare o inventare l’opera. Il restauro digitale viene impiegato solo per recuperare e riprodurre l’opera originale nel modo più fedele possibile.
Una volta restaurata, l’opera master viene preparata per il formato e la finitura da te scelti. Il tuo pezzo viene quindi stampato e, se selezionato, incorniciato vicino alla destinazione di consegna.
Le nostre stampe artistiche giclée utilizzano carta opaca archivistica senza acidi da 200 g/m² e inchiostri pigmentati resistenti allo sbiadimento, per una finitura ricca e di qualità museale. Le stampe artistiche incorniciate utilizzano acrilico ottico cristallino e arrivano pronte da appendere.
Sono disponibili anche tele incorniciate ed edizioni speciali su cotone-rag. Scopri di più sui nostri materiali e finiture.
Se non sei soddisfatto del tuo ordine per qualsiasi motivo, contattami per un rimborso senza problemi. Si prega di consultare la nostra politica di reso e rimborso per ulteriori informazioni.
Sono molto sicuro che ti piacerà la tua mappa restaurata o la stampa d'arte. Lo faccio dal 1984. Sono un venditore Etsy a 5 stelle. Ho venduto decine di migliaia di mappe e stampe d'arte e ho oltre 5.000 recensioni reali a 5 stelle.
Utilizzo un processo unico per restaurare mappe e opere d'arte che richiede molto tempo e lavoro. Trovare le mappe e le illustrazioni originali può richiedere mesi. Utilizzo tecnologia all'avanguardia e incredibilmente costosa per scannerizzare e restaurarle. Di conseguenza, garantisco che le mie mappe e stampe d'arte siano superiori alle altre - ecco perché posso offrire un rimborso senza problemi.
Quasi tutte le mie mappe e stampe d'arte sembrano fantastiche a grandi dimensioni (200 cm, 6,5 piedi+) e posso anche incorniciarle e consegnarle a te, tramite un corriere speciale per oggetti di grandi dimensioni. Contattami per discutere delle tue esigenze specifiche.
