<b>HERON ON PINE BRANCH</b> / Ohara Koson1925<B>RESERVED</B></em>
ARTIST: Ohara Koson (1877–1945)
TITLE: Heron on Pine Branch
MEDIUM: Woodblock
DATE: 20th Century
DIMENSIONS: 14 ½ x 6 5/8 inches
CONDITION: No condition problems to note
LITERATURE: Amy Newland et al., Crows, Cranes & Camellias: The Natural World of Ohara Koson 1877-1945, 2001, cat. K14.6
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$1,500.00 <RESERVED>
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Details
A heron sits resiliently on top of a pine branch as a winter wind howls. The bird's plumage reveals the wind's strength. The large pine in the background is rendered in a softer gray wash, suggesting a thin layer of snow caused by the whirling winds. The design has hand-applied gofun randomly sprinkled across the composition, providing a sense of drama. Despite the power of the composition, there is a deeply contemplative quality that is quite thought-provoking.
Connoisseur's Note
This print bears the artist’s red circular seal, indicating it is an early lifetime impression. The print has never been framed or displayed for extended periods. As a result, it is in an outstanding state of preservation.
