Two Sparrows in Rain
雨中の二羽の雀
by Ohara Koson
- Date:
- c. 1925
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
Typical Price
Sparrows sheltering from rain demonstrate Koson's gift for capturing small birds in evocative weather conditions. Expect $700-$2,500 for lifetime Watanabe editions and $200-$600 for posthumous reprints. The atmospheric rain effect adds visual drama that elevates this beyond a simple sparrow study.
Description
Two small sparrows huddle together on a rain-soaked branch, their feathers puffed against the chill. Fine diagonal lines of rain streak across the composition, creating an intimate scene of avian companionship amid inclement weather. The subdued palette of grays and browns enhances the quiet, contemplative mood.
