Konijn bij volle maan 1900 - 1930

Ohara Koson created this print of a rabbit gazing at the moon using woodblock printing techniques. The print's structure is immediately striking, divided into a darker upper register and a lighter lower one, setting a scene in which a rabbit is staring at the moon. The soft gradations of tone suggest a tranquil, moonlit night. Koson masterfully employs the medium of woodblock to create visual texture. Look at the contrast between the solid white form of the rabbit and the detailed patterns of the surrounding foliage. These elements suggest not just a visual representation but also a deeper symbolic interplay between nature and perception. The formal arrangement is a deliberate construction. The upward gaze of the rabbit draws our eyes towards the moon, creating a visual and metaphorical link between the earthly and the celestial. This connection invites us to reflect on how we perceive and interact with the world around us. It questions our fixed perspectives and explores new ways of seeing and understanding our place within the broader universe.