Owl on Ginkgo Branch
銀杏に木菟
by Ohara Koson
- Date:
- c. 1927
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
- Format:
- Oban
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
- Edition:
- Published by Watanabe Shozaburo
Typical Price
Large-format prints of eagles, cranes, and other dramatic subjects are among Koson's most commanding works. His "Pomegranate and Parrot" achieved $60,000 at Eldred's Auction in 2016. Christie's sold a bird-and-flower print for $17,640 in 2024. Premium subjects in excellent condition with early publisher seals attract the strongest bids.
- Common later editions: $300–$1,500
- Good lifetime impressions signed Koson or Shoson: $1,500–$5,000
- Exceptional large-format eagle or crane prints: $5,000–$60,000
Description
A wide-eyed owl perches on a ginkgo branch adorned with golden fan-shaped leaves. The owl''s round face and penetrating gaze are rendered with characteristic Koson precision, while the brilliant yellow ginkgo leaves create a striking autumnal backdrop. The composition balances the owl''s stillness with the gentle movement of falling leaves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Owl on Ginkgo Branch (銀杏に木菟) was created by Ohara Koson (小原古邨) in c. 1927.
Owl on Ginkgo Branch was published by Watanabe Shozaburo (c. 1927).
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