{"product_id":"songbird-at-hay-bundle-by-ohara-koson-1900","title":"Songbird at Hay Bundle by Ohara Koson, 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eSongbird at hay bundle by Ohara Koson introduces a moment of quiet grace from early 20th‑century Japan. Koson (1877–1945), celebrated for his kachō‑e (bird‑and‑flower) designs, distills the atmosphere of a still day into a poised composition: a small songbird pauses against a bundled sheaf of hay, its delicate silhouette framed by spare foliage. Created around 1900, this woodblock print exemplifies Koson’s refined naturalism and his sensitivity to seasonal mood—an elegant meditation on everyday beauty that resonates with the Japanese concept of mono no aware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing offers a meticulous fine art reproduction by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid‑free archival paper or on artist’s cotton canvas using museum‑grade pigments. Choose from a range of sizes to suit your space, with optional custom framing and mats. We can personalize the piece with a caption, date, or dedication, and we’re happy to adjust borders and margins so the artwork harmonizes with your interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the artist: Ohara Koson—who also worked under the names Shōson and Hōson—was a leading figure of the early 20th‑century shin‑hanga movement. He revived classical ukiyo‑e techniques while introducing a fresh, luminous naturalism that captivated both Japanese and Western collectors. His focus on intimate nature scenes, especially birds captured at rest or mid‑gesture, is renowned for its clarity, balance, and poetic restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy this subject matters: the humble hay bundle is a quiet emblem of season and labor, a rural motif that gently suggests harvest time and changing weather. Against this grounded symbol, the attentive songbird conveys alertness and transience—a lyrical pairing that encapsulates the beauty of ordinary moments. In Koson’s hands, the scene becomes a serene study of presence, bridging traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern sensibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor and design: the palette tilts toward warm straw‑yellows, soft greens, and calming beige, with subtle gradations that create depth without crowding the eye. Negative space is masterfully used to let the bird and sheaf breathe. Fine linear strokes articulate the straw’s texture, while the bird’s plumage is rendered with restrained detail—enough to feel alive, yet never over‑assertive. The result is a harmonious composition that brings quiet warmth to contemporary interiors, from Scandi‑natural to Japanese‑inspired minimalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for lovers of Japanese art and nature, this print suits a range of occasions—Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, a housewarming, or as a welcome‑home present for someone returning from travels in Japan. Its tranquil presence and timeless craftsmanship make it a keepsake that invites daily contemplation.\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":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301720166784,"sku":"UM00296257A","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301720199552,"sku":"UM00296258A","price":142.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x18in (30x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301720232320,"sku":"UM00296259A","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301720265088,"sku":"UM00296260A","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301720297856,"sku":"UM00296261A","price":203.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14x24in (36x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301720330624,"sku":"UM00296262A","price":216.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301720363392,"sku":"UM00296263A","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301720396160,"sku":"UM00296264A","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x36in (50x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301720428928,"sku":"UM00296265A","price":338.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301720461696,"sku":"UM00296266A","price":156.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301720494464,"sku":"UM00296267A","price":446.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x40in (56x100cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301720527232,"sku":"UM00296268A","price":513.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301720560000,"sku":"UM00296269A","price":284.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301720592768,"sku":"UM00296270A","price":1182.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28x50in (70x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301720625536,"sku":"UM00296271A","price":1182.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301720658304,"sku":"UM00296272A","price":378.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301720691072,"sku":"UM00296273A","price":1890.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33x60in (84x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301720723840,"sku":"UM00296274A","price":1890.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":58301720756608,"sku":"UM00296275A","price":621.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":58301720789376,"sku":"UM00296276A","price":2531.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"39x70in (99x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":58301720822144,"sku":"UM00296277A","price":2423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_3ed3b68f-4c94-4f0b-bc84-a418878cacf8.jpg?v=1781902796","url":"https:\/\/uniquemaps.com\/products\/songbird-at-hay-bundle-by-ohara-koson-1900","provider":"The Unique Maps Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}