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katō bunrei

Born 1706 Died 1782

Katō Bunrei: The Poet Painter of Edo Japan Katō Bunrei (1706-1782) stands as a singular figure in the annals of Edo period Japanese art, particularly celebrated for his distinctive style within buncho tani – a genre emphasizing atmospheric landscapes imbued with poetic contemplation. Born Yasuto in Tokyo, he adopted the artistic moniker Bunrei, signifying “pine spirit,” reflecting both his personal philosophy and the recurring motif d…

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katō bunrei

1706 – 1782

katō bunrei

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katō bunrei

1706 – 1782

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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