Egrets in Rain
雨中白鷺
by Ohara Koson
- Date:
- c. 1926
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
Typical Price
Egrets caught in a rain shower showcase Koson's mastery of atmospheric effects and graceful wading birds. Early Watanabe editions bring $1,500-$4,000, while later printings range from $600-$1,800. The combination of rain bokashi and elegant bird forms makes this a quintessential Koson composition.
Description
Three white egrets wade through shallow water as rain falls in fine diagonal lines across the composition. The birds'' snowy plumage stands out against the gray, rain-washed landscape, their reflections wavering in the disturbed water below. The print demonstrates Koson''s exceptional skill in rendering atmospheric weather effects.
