Moorhens Woodblock Print By Ohara Koson - Early 20th Century Origin - Miao Tribe Traditionally placed outside shops

Traditionally placed outside shops

This beautiful Indian bronze elephant figure is mounted with a howdah (an elephant carriage)

Decorative Brass Studwork

40 x 2 x 50 (wxdxh cms)

Dimensions: W197 x D33 x H54 cm

Moorhens Woodblock Print By Ohara Koson - Early 20th Century Origin - Miao Tribe Traditionally placed outside shopsThis Japanese woodblock print of two moorhens is by master artist Ohara Koson (1877 1945). Koson was a master woodblock print designer famous for his bird and flower designs (kach e). He was involved in the shin hanga new art movement in early 20th century Japan, its literal meaning new woodcut block prints. From 1926 through his association with Watanabe Shzabur and other publishers he gained popularity and his works were exhibited abroad. Many of