Kraai op besneeuwde tak 1900 - 1930

Ohara Koson’s "Kraai op besneeuwde tak" (Crow on a Snow-Covered Branch) is a woodblock print showcasing the artist's signature style of depicting nature with delicate detail. The print features a crow perched on a snow-covered branch, with a background of frosted reeds. The artwork is a masterful example of the "yōga" (Western-style painting) movement in Japan, evident in its realistic depiction and use of light and shadow. The crow, rendered with precise lines and a sense of movement, creates a sense of solitude and beauty against the serene winter backdrop.