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tosa mitsunari

1617 – 1691

tosa mitsunari
Early Modern
Early Modern

tosa mitsunari

Born 1617 Died 1691

Tosa Mitsunari: The Quiet Maestro of Yamato-e Tosa Mitsunari (土佐 光起, november 21, 1617 – november 14, 1691) stands as a pivotal figure in Edo period Japanese art history—specifically within the Tosa school. Born in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, he inherited his father’s artistic legacy and skillfully steered the school towards Kyoto after approximately fifty years of operation in Sakai, marking a significant shift in its geographical cente…

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Chronological Journey

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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