Bidspirit auction | Ohara Shoson (1877-1945) Japanese Woodblock

Ohara Shoson (1877-1945) Japanese Woodblock Print of Goldfish, Shin-Hanga - A Japanese polychrome woodblock print depicting two goldfish swimming among aquatic plants, signed Shoson with red seal. The composition demonstrates the refined naturalism and soft tonal gradation characteristic of the Shin-hanga movement of the early to mid-20th century. The delicate rendering of scales, fins, and underwater vegetation reflects Shōson’s celebrated kacho-ga (bird-and-flower) style adapted to aquatic subject matter. Printed in traditional woodblock technique with subtle bokashi shading. Details Artist: Ohara Shoson (1877-1945)  Signature: Shoson, lower right Seal: Red artist seal Movement: Shin-hanga Medium: Color woodblock print Image size: approx. 10.25 x 15.25 in Sheet: Full margins visible Date: Early to mid-20th century Condition: Age toning to margins; minor foxing; color strong; no visible trimming. Catalogue Note Itō Shōson was active during the Shin-hanga revival movement, producing refined natural subjects distinguished by elegant line and atmospheric color gradation. His works remain collectible within the 20th-century Japanese print market, particularly when condition and color are strong.