Snipe in Rain 

"Snipe in Rain" is a woodblock print by renowned Japanese artist Ohara Koson (1877-1945). The artwork showcases Koson's signature style, characterized by meticulous detail and a sensitive portrayal of nature. The print depicts a snipe, a long-billed wading bird, standing in a shallow pool of water against a backdrop of rain-soaked foliage. The bird's plumage is rendered in a palette of muted browns and grays, highlighting the artist's mastery of color and texture. Koson's depiction of the snipe in its natural habitat reflects the Japanese artistic tradition of valuing the beauty and harmony found in the natural world.