Ohara Koson
Ohara Koson (1877–1945) was a Japanese painter and printmaker, widely known for his kachō-e (bird-and-flower prints) in the Shin-hanga movement. Born in Kanazawa, Japan, Koson was trained in the traditional Japanese painting style (Nihonga), but he gained international recognition for his woodblock prints, which combined traditional Japanese aesthetics with Western influences. His works, often depicting birds, flowers, and other elements of nature, are marked by their meticulous detail and delicate beauty.
Koson’s prints were highly popular in both Japan and abroad, especially in the United States, where his work was collected by enthusiasts of Japanese art. His prints remain highly sought after by collectors, and they are held in major institutions, including the Art Institute of Chicago and the British Museum.
-
Full Name: Ohara Koson
-
Birth and Death: 1877–1945
-
Profession: Painter and Printmaker
-
Influences: Shin-hanga, Nihonga, Western naturalism
-
Legacy: Known for his bird-and-flower prints, Koson’s works are housed in institutions such as the Art Institute of Chicago and the British Museum.
