Wheatear with bamboo 1900 - 1910

Ohara Koson's "Wheatear with bamboo" is a classic example of his detailed and delicate bird and nature prints. The print features a Wheatear, a migratory bird, in flight against a background of bamboo. Koson was known for his accurate depictions of birds and his skillful use of color and detail. The work is reminiscent of traditional Japanese bird and flower paintings, known as "kachō-ga," and showcases Koson's mastery of the "nihonga" style, a style that emphasizes traditional Japanese painting techniques and aesthetics.