The Arts of Japan

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Portrait of Hyakutake Kaneyuki

Mizuno Toshikata

Printmaker and Painter

Mizuno Toshikata was a versatile artist who bridged Japan’s artistic traditions across the tumultuous Meiji period. Best known for his woodblock prints, Toshikata also cultivated his passion for historical paintings. As a teacher of outstanding artists and a participant in various art circles, he had an active voice in the development of modern Japanese art.
Toshikata’s life and work

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