soga nichokuan
Soga Nichokuan: Master of Falconry and Floral Elegance Soga Nichokuan (c. 1630 – after 1700) stands as a pivotal figure in Edo period Japanese art, celebrated primarily for his breathtaking bird-and-flower screens—particularly depictions of hawk-eagles (kumataka)—that embody the spirit of falconry and aristocratic refinement. Born in Sakai, Japan, he descended from a distinguished artistic lineage established by Soga Chokuan, who hims…
The Lifeline
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Chapters — Career Periods
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Thumbnails — Dated Works
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Colour Band — Movement Drift
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