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"Cockatoo and Pomegranate (1925 - 1936)" refers to a popular Japanese woodblock print (shin-hanga) by the artist Ohara Koson (also known as Shoson/Hoson), famous for his realistic yet stylized depictions of birds and flowers (kacho-ga), featuring a vivid cockatoo contrasting with rich, bursting pomegranate fruits, symbolizing nature's vitality during the late Taisho/early Showa periods. 


Key Details:
Artist: Ohara Koson (1877-1945).
Medium: Colour woodcut print.
Style: Shin-hanga (New Prints), blending traditional Japanese art with Western influences.
Subject: A detailed white cockatoo on a branch with ripe, open pomegranates, showcasing meticulous feather detail and lush colors.
Themes: Tranquility, nature's beauty, vitality, and balance.
Significance: A well-known example of Koson's mastery in capturing wildlife, celebrated for its lifelike precision and artistic elegance. 

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