{"product_id":"shp320-shikishi-print-by-uno-soho-宇野素方","title":"SHP320 - Shikishi print by Uno Sohō 宇野素方","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage shikishi print by Uno Sohō 宇野素方 presents a charming zodiac horse motif with a refined seasonal composition. At the center, a lively horse is painted on a hanging ema-style votive plaque, surrounded by plum blossoms and soft green bamboo leaves against a warm gold-toned background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe horse is rendered with bold, playful brushwork and gentle color, giving it a spirited yet affectionate character. The inscription 大吉 means “great good fortune”, making this piece especially auspicious. In Japanese culture, the horse is associated with vitality, movement, success, and positive forward energy. Combined with the lucky phrase and New Year-like imagery of plum and bamboo, the artwork carries a bright celebratory feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUno Sohō 宇野素方 was born in 1906 in Ōtsu City, Shiga Prefecture. He studied at the Kyoto School of Arts and Crafts in 1924 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, at the request of the film industry, he joined Toei Kyoto, where he worked as an art director for around 30 years. After leaving Toei in 1975, he continued his artistic practice in his own distinctive style until his passing in 1992.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects Sohō’s graceful sense of composition and decorative elegance. The tilted plaque, delicate branches, gold background, and lively animal form create a joyful balance between traditional Japanese auspicious symbolism and modern pictorial charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 24 x 27cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57506570699083,"sku":"SHP320","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_dbd1f902-f7f6-4591-879a-29f1ef9c4048.jpg?v=1780559523","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/products\/shp320-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"}