Category: Asian Art & Artists
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What Is The Main Difference Between Japanese and Chinese Art?
Many may think they are the same when they look at Chinese and Japanese art. But the truth is that there are distinct differences between both Japanese and Chinese art. The main differences between Japanese and Chinese art include the materials used and how they were executed. Religion played a significant role in influencing both…
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Who Is the Japanese Woodblock Print Artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi?
Recently, I have become very fascinated with the Japanese art style of ukiyo-e woodblock prints. When I look at these woodblock prints and many of the colors and designs used, I am fascinated by how many of these prints are on trend today. Utagawa Kuniyoshi is one of the great artists of this Japanese art…
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How Do You Identify A Japanese Artist’s Signature on Woodblock Prints?
In a Japanese woodblock print, it can be challenging to identify where the artist’s signature is on the print. This is because there are so many variations in where the signature can be located on a print. The signature on a Japanese woodblock print is the Japanese characters above or near the red artistic seal…
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Who Was the Chinese Painter 八大山人 Bada Shanren (1626-1705)?
Bada Shanren is considered one of the best Chinese-style artists ever. He also has a fascinating story. Bada Shanren was born in 1626 as a Ming Dynasty Prince in Jiangxi Province, China. When the Ming Dynasty lost power, he hid for over 40 years at a Buddhist Monastery. When he left the monastery, he was…
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The Great Wave Off Kanagawa by Japanese Artist Hokusai (1790-1849)
Also Known as Under the Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai One of the most famous Japanese woodblock prints is the timeless woodblock by the Japanese artist Hokusai, known as The Great Wave Off Kanagawa or simply The Great Wave. The woodblock print continues to be an iconic and influential art piece. The Japanese artist Hokusai…