Modern Art | Modern Japanese Prints and Paintings
The 20th century saw the emergence of two modern Japanese print movements: Shin Hanga, or “new prints,” and Sosaku Hanga, or “creative prints.” Both sought an identity somewhere between centuries of rich cultural tradition and modern global character. With growing realism, changing techniques, and a newfound international audience, the Shin Hanga movement portrayed familiar Japanese themes through modern eyes. From sensual beauties and expressive actors, to atmospheric landscapes and sensitive nature studies, the principal genres of ukiyo-e reasserted themselves with renewed vigor. The Sosaku Hanga movement emphasized the participation of the artist in every aspect of production. From carving to printing, modern Japanese printmaking adopted a more spontaneous, expressive attitude through the artistic explorations of this movement. Ranging from figural to abstract, Sosaku Hanga flourished after WWII. Explore Ronin Gallery's selection of modern prints and paintings below.
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Nue: The spirit of the nue has the head of monkey, the body of a badger, the tail of a serpent, and the legs of a tiger
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Kanawa: A woman transformed into a demon attacks the paper dolls representing her husband and his new wife
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Kinuta: The ghost of the wife of the man from Ashiya
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Shunzei Tadanori: The ghost of Tadanori appears to express his wish to be included in a poetry anthology
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Momijigari: A noblewoman and her ladies reveal their true demonic forms as Taira no Koremochi prepares to vanquish them with a sword from the God of War
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Obasute: The ghost of an old woman who was left on Obasute-yama long ago appears in her true form
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Izutsu: A traveling priest watches Ki no Aritsune's daughter's ghost dance in her husband's clothing
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Umagae: The ghost of the wife of the famous musician Fuji appears to dance near his treasured drum
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Mori, Yoshitoshi
The Hell Series (Complete Sketch Book)
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