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Ukiyo-e, Shin-Hanga, and hidden gems from Japan’s rich artistic heritage.
Ukiyo-e, Shin-Hanga, and hidden gems from Japan’s rich artistic heritage.
Ferocious Tiger -
A late work (1803) by Hijikata Tōrei (1741-1807), a Tottori domain artist famed for his tigers. Depicts a majestic tiger and magpies, symbolizing good fortune. Note the meticulous detail in the tiger's fur.
A late work (1803) by Hijikata Tōrei (1741-1807), a Tottori domain artist famed for his tigers. Depicts a majestic tiger and magpies, symbolizing good fortune. Note the meticulous detail in the tiger's fur.
February 6, 2025 at 5:35 AM
Ferocious Tiger -
A late work (1803) by Hijikata Tōrei (1741-1807), a Tottori domain artist famed for his tigers. Depicts a majestic tiger and magpies, symbolizing good fortune. Note the meticulous detail in the tiger's fur.
A late work (1803) by Hijikata Tōrei (1741-1807), a Tottori domain artist famed for his tigers. Depicts a majestic tiger and magpies, symbolizing good fortune. Note the meticulous detail in the tiger's fur.
Pheasant and Snake -
By Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849), this Edo period (19th century) painting depicts a pheasant and snake poised for a deadly struggle, originally intended for a fan.
By Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849), this Edo period (19th century) painting depicts a pheasant and snake poised for a deadly struggle, originally intended for a fan.
February 6, 2025 at 5:35 AM
Pheasant and Snake -
By Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849), this Edo period (19th century) painting depicts a pheasant and snake poised for a deadly struggle, originally intended for a fan.
By Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849), this Edo period (19th century) painting depicts a pheasant and snake poised for a deadly struggle, originally intended for a fan.
Old Man Reading -
Attributed to Nobukata, late 17th century Edo period. A portrait of an elderly man reading, painted in a Western style, possibly influenced by Jesuit art schools. A unique example of early Japanese Western-style painting.
Attributed to Nobukata, late 17th century Edo period. A portrait of an elderly man reading, painted in a Western style, possibly influenced by Jesuit art schools. A unique example of early Japanese Western-style painting.
February 6, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Old Man Reading -
Attributed to Nobukata, late 17th century Edo period. A portrait of an elderly man reading, painted in a Western style, possibly influenced by Jesuit art schools. A unique example of early Japanese Western-style painting.
Attributed to Nobukata, late 17th century Edo period. A portrait of an elderly man reading, painted in a Western style, possibly influenced by Jesuit art schools. A unique example of early Japanese Western-style painting.
Seashore Village (Houses with White Plaster Walls) -
Nakamura Tsune's (1887-1924) luminous depiction of Mera, Chiba Prefecture's coast, painted in 1910 during his recuperation. A Meiji-era masterpiece.
Nakamura Tsune's (1887-1924) luminous depiction of Mera, Chiba Prefecture's coast, painted in 1910 during his recuperation. A Meiji-era masterpiece.
February 2, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Seashore Village (Houses with White Plaster Walls) -
Nakamura Tsune's (1887-1924) luminous depiction of Mera, Chiba Prefecture's coast, painted in 1910 during his recuperation. A Meiji-era masterpiece.
Nakamura Tsune's (1887-1924) luminous depiction of Mera, Chiba Prefecture's coast, painted in 1910 during his recuperation. A Meiji-era masterpiece.
Self-portrait -
Yasui Sotaro's (1888-1955) self-portrait, painted in 1906 (Meiji 39). A leading Japanese oil painter influenced by Cézanne, he explored Japanese aesthetics within the Western medium.
Yasui Sotaro's (1888-1955) self-portrait, painted in 1906 (Meiji 39). A leading Japanese oil painter influenced by Cézanne, he explored Japanese aesthetics within the Western medium.
February 1, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Self-portrait -
Yasui Sotaro's (1888-1955) self-portrait, painted in 1906 (Meiji 39). A leading Japanese oil painter influenced by Cézanne, he explored Japanese aesthetics within the Western medium.
Yasui Sotaro's (1888-1955) self-portrait, painted in 1906 (Meiji 39). A leading Japanese oil painter influenced by Cézanne, he explored Japanese aesthetics within the Western medium.
Twelve Scenes of Tokyo -
Pre-earthquake Tokyo depicted in this Taisho era (early 20th century) woodblock print. Part of the Shin Hanga movement, which prioritized skilled craftsmanship, with artists like Hasui Kawase renowned for precise depictions and evocative landscapes.
Pre-earthquake Tokyo depicted in this Taisho era (early 20th century) woodblock print. Part of the Shin Hanga movement, which prioritized skilled craftsmanship, with artists like Hasui Kawase renowned for precise depictions and evocative landscapes.
February 1, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Twelve Scenes of Tokyo -
Pre-earthquake Tokyo depicted in this Taisho era (early 20th century) woodblock print. Part of the Shin Hanga movement, which prioritized skilled craftsmanship, with artists like Hasui Kawase renowned for precise depictions and evocative landscapes.
Pre-earthquake Tokyo depicted in this Taisho era (early 20th century) woodblock print. Part of the Shin Hanga movement, which prioritized skilled craftsmanship, with artists like Hasui Kawase renowned for precise depictions and evocative landscapes.