Two Birds on a Flowering Vine

by Ohara Shoson (1877 - 1945)

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Two Birds on a Flowering Vine by Ohara Shoson (1877 - 1945)

Original Ohara Shoson (1877 - 1945) Japanese Woodblock Print
Two Birds on a Flowering Vine

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Ohara Shoson - Known primarily for his kacho-e (bird and flower subjects), Shoson produced a number of nature prints in the early 20th century. Early in his life, he studied painting at the Shijo School under the artist Susuki Kason. When Watanabe reopened after the devastating 1923 earthquake, he recruited Japan’s premiere shin-hanga artists to help rebuild the woodblock print business, including Ohara Shoson. Watanabe began publishing Shoson’s prints in 1926. Shoson’s work became quite popular with the Western market, especially in the United States. During his lifetime, Shoson used several different "go" or artist names, including Shoson, Koson, and Hoson. His lovely shin-hanga kacho-e are widely regarded as the best of the genre.

Signed - Koson, with red artist's seal "Koson"

Artist - Ohara Shoson (1877 - 1945)

Image Size - 6 7/8" x 4 3/4"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Vertical fold at side. Slight creasing. Please see photos for details.

Two Birds on a Flowering Vine by Ohara Shoson (1877 - 1945)
Two Birds on a Flowering Vine by Ohara Shoson (1877 - 1945)

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