biography of unkoku tōeki, a japanese painter from masuda, japan (1591-1644)
unkoku tōeki, also known as motonao, was a renowned japanese painter born in 1591 in masuda, japan. he was the eighth generation head of the unkoku school, which had been founded by tōgan (1547-1618). tōeki's life spanned from the momoyama period to the early edo period, during which he established himself as a prominent figure in japanese art.artistic style and notable works
tōeki's artistic style is characterized by its geometric patterns and careful depiction of landscapes. his work often featured bold colors, strong outlines, and extensive use of gold leaf, creating a visual impact that was both impressive and luxurious. some of his notable works include:- screen depicting landscape, a pair of six-panel screens showcasing a landscape composition typical of the unkoku school, with tall, steep mountains enclosing a large stretch of water.
- huineng, the sixth patriarch of zen, with geese and myna, a multi-scroll composition combining three seemingly unrelated subjects in a single piece, commonly seen in early zen devotional painting.
- summer and winter landscapes, a pair of six-panel folding screens featuring the artist's conservative style based on works by sesshu toyo (1420-1506), a master painter from western japan.
legacy and influence
tōeki's work had a significant impact on japanese painting, particularly in the unkoku school. his style, characterized by geometric patterns and careful landscape depictions, has been adopted by many artists. the unkoku tōeki artist page on WikiOO.org showcases some of his notable works, including screen depicting landscape, which is also featured in the iwami art museum collection. important links: * unkoku tōeki: screen depicting landscape * unkoku tōeki artist page on WikiOO.org notable museums featuring unkoku tōeki's work: * iwami art museum * the metropolitan museum of art (featuring unkoku tōeki's work in their collection)Q&A
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