{"product_id":"shp321-shikishi-print-by-uno-soho-宇野素方","title":"SHP321 - Shikishi print by Uno Sohō 宇野素方","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage shikishi print by Uno Sohō 宇野素方 depicts a tender scene of two sheep resting in a quiet grassy field. Rendered with light, expressive brushwork, the animals are shown with soft rounded forms and gentle expressions, creating a peaceful atmosphere full of warmth and calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is beautifully restrained. Most of the shikishi is left open, allowing the eye to rest on the delicate relationship between the two sheep. The larger sheep bends its head protectively toward the younger one, suggesting affection, family harmony, and quiet companionship. Small touches of color on the ears, grass, and red berries bring life to the otherwise soft ink-wash palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese zodiac symbolism, the sheep \/ hitsuji 未 represents gentleness, peace, patience, family unity, and good fortune. Unlike more dramatic zodiac animals, the sheep carries a quiet auspicious meaning, often associated with harmony in the household and a calm, abundant life. This piece captures those qualities beautifully through its soft lines and serene mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUno Sohō 宇野素方 was born in 1906 in Ōtsu City, Shiga Prefecture. In 1924, he studied at the Kyoto School of Arts and Crafts and trained under the Nihonga master Yamamoto Shunkyō. His works were exhibited at the Ministry of Education Exhibition and the Imperial Exhibition, and he was also selected for the Kyoto City Exhibition. In 1946, he joined Toei Kyoto at the request of the film industry, working as an art director for the next 30 years. After leaving Toei in 1975, he continued creating works in his own distinctive style until his passing in 1992.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shikishi reflects Sohō’s refined sense of space, gentle observation of animals, and elegant balance between traditional Nihonga influence and approachable decorative charm. A lovely piece for collectors of Japanese shikishi art, zodiac sheep motifs, Nihonga-style prints, vintage Japanese animal paintings, or peaceful seasonal decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 24 x 27cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57515759337803,"sku":"SHP321","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_2f12e336-648a-40a2-9da4-0a4d24018cca.jpg?v=1780658058","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/fr\/products\/shp321-shikishi-print-by-uno-soho-%e5%ae%87%e9%87%8e%e7%b4%a0%e6%96%b9","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}