{"product_id":"snowy-eagle-on-a-tree-branch-by-ohara-koson-1910","title":"Snowy Eagle on a Tree Branch by Ohara Koson, 1910","description":"\u003cp\u003eOhara Koson’s Snowy eagle on a tree branch (1910) is a quietly dramatic kachō-e woodblock print from the twilight of the Meiji and dawn of the Taishō era in Japan. A solitary raptor perches on a snow-laden branch, its poised silhouette cut crisply against a pale winter sky. Koson distills the scene into an essence of stillness and vigilance: the bird’s keen eye and flared plumage contrasted with the hush of falling snow. The restrained composition and atmospheric simplicity for which the artist is celebrated are on full display here—strength rendered in a whisper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a museum-quality fine art reproduction, available on acid-free archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas. Each piece is made to order by The Unique Maps Co., with careful color calibration to honor the soft grays, warm browns, and subtle touches of yellow that define the print. Choose from a range of sizes, with optional framing and matting. We also offer personalization and custom requests—such as adding a discrete caption, adjusting borders, or tailoring dimensions—so your print arrives ready to hang and perfectly suited to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson (also known as Shōson and Hōson) became one of the foremost masters of early 20th-century bird-and-flower art, carrying the spirit of ukiyo-e into the modern shin-hanga revival. His works are prized for their sensitive observation, economy of line, and poetic handling of seasonal atmosphere. Where other artists might crowd detail, Koson leaves air and silence—allowing a single creature, a single branch, a veil of weather to tell the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the subject: The eagle—emblem of alert power and noble self-possession—sits amid winter’s austerity. In Japanese aesthetics, nature is not background but companion; the snow, the spare branch, and the bird’s focused gaze suggest a world suspended, a moment held between motion and rest. Koson’s winter scenes, in particular, celebrate that meeting point of transience and strength, where beauty is found in the quiet edges of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the style and color: Executed in traditional woodblock technique, the print balances delicate feather textures with clean, angular lines of the branch. Subtle gradations create an almost mist-like backdrop, while earth tones in the bark and a measured gray-white palette give the snow its soft weight. A gentle spark of yellow at the beak focuses the eye and lifts the composition, demonstrating Koson’s expert control of accent colors within a predominantly muted scheme. The result is both serene and striking—ideal for interiors that favor minimalism, Japandi, wabi-sabi, or classic East Asian decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless addition to a study, living room, or entryway, this print makes a thoughtful gift for bird lovers, admirers of Japanese art, and anyone who appreciates elegant, nature-inspired design. It’s especially fitting for Christmas, winter weddings, housewarmings, Father’s Day or Mother’s Day, or as a meaningful present for 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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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=\"\/it\/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":58301740810624,"sku":"UM00296593A","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301740843392,"sku":"UM00296594A","price":142.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301740876160,"sku":"UM00296595A","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301740908928,"sku":"UM00296596A","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301740941696,"sku":"UM00296597A","price":203.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301740974464,"sku":"UM00296598A","price":216.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301741007232,"sku":"UM00296599A","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301741040000,"sku":"UM00296600A","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301741072768,"sku":"UM00296601A","price":338.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301741105536,"sku":"UM00296602A","price":156.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301741138304,"sku":"UM00296603A","price":446.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301741171072,"sku":"UM00296604A","price":513.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301741203840,"sku":"UM00296605A","price":284.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301741236608,"sku":"UM00296606A","price":1182.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301741269376,"sku":"UM00296607A","price":1182.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301741302144,"sku":"UM00296608A","price":378.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301741334912,"sku":"UM00296609A","price":1890.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301741367680,"sku":"UM00296610A","price":1890.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301741400448,"sku":"UM00296611A","price":621.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301741433216,"sku":"UM00296612A","price":2531.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301741465984,"sku":"UM00296613A","price":2423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_35262a72-25ae-4d0f-af8e-56114486ac99.jpg?v=1781903301","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.com\/it\/products\/snowy-eagle-on-a-tree-branch-by-ohara-koson-1910","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}