Two bats at full moon
1900 - 1936
Ohara Koson, a master of the Shin-hanga (new print) movement, captures a quiet, atmospheric night with two bats silhouetted against a glowing full moon. Delicate willow branches frame the scene, creating a sense of depth as the creatures glide through the misty air. Koson was famous for his incredibly lifelike bird and animal prints, turning a creature often feared in the West into a graceful, poetic subject. In Japanese culture, bats can actually symbolize good fortune and happiness, making this a surprisingly lucky night scene!
- Technique
- Woodblock print
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