Two egrets in the reeds
1900 - 1930
Ohara Koson was a master of kacho-e (bird-and-flower prints), creating scenes that captivated Western collectors in the early 20th century. Here, two snowy egrets stand poised in the shallows, their bright white feathers popping dramatically against a dark, misty background that feels almost like twilight. While rooted in traditional Japanese aesthetics, Koson's work bridges into modernism through its realistic observation of nature and composition designed for international appeal. He actually changed his artist name multiple times throughout his career to reinvent his style!
- Technique
- woodblock print
- Material
- paper
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