Early Modern

katsu jagyoku

Born 1735 Died 1780 Works span 1766–1766

A Master of Silk Painting: Exploring the Legacy of Katsu Jagyoku Katsu Jagyoku (1735 – 1780) stands as a singular figure within Edo-period Japanese art, embodying the confluence of tradition and innovation that characterized this transformative era. While biographical details remain scarce—a common predicament for artists operating outside the formal patronage system—his contribution to silk painting is undeniable, securing his place…

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1766

first work

1766

last work

Chronological Journey

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.

katsu jagyoku

1735 – 1780

katsu jagyoku

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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katsu jagyoku

1735 – 1780

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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