Discover the silent poetry and delicate beauty of traditional Japan with art prints of Ohara Koson’s prints, an undisputed master of animal and landscape art.
His works, imbued with serenity and refinement, combine precise drawing with subtle colors.
On Artem Legrand, explore a selection of faithful art prints of his Japanese prints, available as a decorative poster or as a canvas print, perfect for a zen, elegant, and soothing decor.
The master of birds and flowers
Born in Kanazawa in 1877, Ohara Koson (also known as Shōson and Hōson) is one of the leading figures of the shin-hanga movement, the “new print” Japanese art of the early 20th century.
Trained in the tradition of ukiyo-e prints, he renews this ancient art by integrating a modern and naturalistic sensibility.
Koson specializes in kacho-ga — the “images of birds and flowers” — which he elevates through meticulous observation of nature and a composition imbued with grace.
His work is an ode to the fragile beauty of the living world.
Nature as visual poetry
Ohara Koson's art prints are true visual haikus: simple, balanced, and deeply expressive.
Works such as Corbeaux sur la neige, Héron au clair de lune, Canards sous la pluie or Chrysanthèmes et moineaux showcase his mastery of light and silence.
He plays with the contrasts between empty and full, softness and movement, creating a contemplative and timeless atmosphere.
Each composition invites meditation and serenity, while celebrating the harmony of the natural world.
A soothing piece for a zen decoration
Choosing an art print by Ohara Koson means introducing into your interior the simple and poetic beauty of Japan.
His prints perfectly suit uncluttered, natural, or minimalist spaces, bringing a touch of balance and calm.
They emit a gentle light and a discreet presence, ideal for creating a peaceful and refined atmosphere.
About Ohara Koson
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Born: 1877 in Kanazawa, Japan
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Died: 1945 in Tokyo, Japan
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Movement: Shin-hanga, Japanese print art
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Famous works: Crows on the snow, Heron under the moonlight, Ducks in the rain, Lotus and frog, Chrysanthemums and sparrows
Ohara Koson combines the tradition of ukiyo-e with the modernity of shin-hanga to create a work of rare finesse.
His prints are now recognized worldwide for their perfect balance between formal beauty and silent emotion.
Decorate your walls with the serenity of Ohara Koson
The art prints by Ohara Koson available on artemlegrand.com evoke the purity and poetry of Japan.
They transform your spaces into places of contemplation and calm, celebrating nature in all its delicacy.