The Life and Legacy of Katsushika Hokusai Through 10 Fascinating Facts
July 4, 2023
Katsushika Hokusai, most famous for The Great Wave of Kanagawa, changed his name over 30 times and created his most popular works after the age of sixty.
July 4, 2023
Katsushika Hokusai, most famous for The Great Wave of Kanagawa, changed his name over 30 times and created his most popular works after the age of sixty.
February 16, 2023
We’ve prepared a guide to traditional Japanese painting so you can get a sense of why Japanese art holds such an esteemed place in art history.
July 4, 2022
Mingei, a 20th century Japanese folk art form, prioritized hand-crafted production and regional materials over the artists who produced the work.
March 16, 2022
Cinnabar ornaments aren't wallflowers. It's a color that demands your attention, and when carved in the form of lacquer, it can be all the more beguiling.
February 21, 2022
Shoji Hamada is one of the most distinguished Japanese Studio Potters of the 20th Century and a key figure in the Mingei movement.
November 10, 2021
Japanese ceramics are highly prized for their extraordinary craftsmanship. Learn about the most significant Japanese studio potters at auction.
December 1, 2020
Furoshiki is the Japanese practice of using cloth to transport items, wrap gifts, and carry essentials. Learn the art of this centuries-old craft.
October 14, 2020
Learn more about some of the most fascinating Chinese artists finding new ways to redefine their identity through contemporary art.
August 11, 2020
Find out how to collect Chinese robes and learn more about the history and symbology of this highly sought-after category.
July 21, 2020
Learn more about thangkas, an ancient form of Buddhist art that originated within Tibet around the 11th century as a teaching and meditation tool.
Image from Sworders’ March 14, 2023 sale.
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