Three ducks in shallow water with reed
1900 - 1930
Ohara Koson, a master of the shin-hanga (new print) movement, captures a quiet winter moment with these three ducks huddled against the chill. The male mallard, with his striking dark head and flash of iridescent blue on his wing, stands out against the muted, snowy blues of the shallow water. Delicate reeds bend in the background, framing the birds in a serene composition that was highly sought after by Western collectors in the early 20th century. Koson's incredible attention to the texture of their feathers makes you almost feel the soft down and the crisp winter air.
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- Woodblock print
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- Paper
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