Koson Ohara was one of the great printmakers of the 20th century, best known for his kacho-e prints of birds and flowers. Koson, was born in Kanazawa, Ishikawa prefecture. Throughout a prolific career, in which he created around 500 prints, he went by three different titles: Ohara Hoson, Ohara Shoson, and Ohara Koson.
Koson Ohara (Shoson or Hoson) (1877 – 1945) “Pigeon in Flight and Blossoming Cherry Tree” Woodblock Print 15 1/8 x 10 1/8 inches (full sheet) 14 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches (print) Signed Low Right Dated: 1931. Up for sale is an absolutely phenomenal Shoson woodblock print entitled “Pigeon in Flight and Blossoming Cherry Tree” […]
Original mid century modern woodblock print of a crane or egret in flight. Woodblock print on paper. Mounted in mid century modern teak frame. Measures 4 5/8″ x 5 7/8″ image. Framed size 9″ x 11″. The item “KAORU KAWANO 20th c. Japanese WOODBLOCK PRINT Crane in Flight” is in sale since Friday, November 19, […]