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Unkoku Tōeki Most Popular Paintings

The 8 artworks by Unkoku Tōeki our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 8 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Unkoku Tōeki · 1591 – 1644

Unkoku Tōeki: Eggplants and Poem

1600 · Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 8 artworks by Unkoku Tōeki
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Zen Master with Meditation Staff, and Chinese-Style Landscapes by Unkoku Tōeki, 1644

1644 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 108 x 43 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 8 artworks by Unkoku Tōeki
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Screen Depicting Landscape

Iwami Art Museum, Masuda · original 359 x 156 cm

A serene landscape of steep mountains and tranquil waters captured in the geometric Unkoku School style by Unkoku Toeki during the early Edo period, offering a timeless piece for your collection.

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Art Movement: Unkoku School
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 8 artworks by Unkoku Tōeki
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Landscape of Winter and Spring, from a triptych of Bodhidharma and Landscapes of the Four Seaons, Unkoku Tōeki

Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis

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Color Palette: Monochrome

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 8 artworks by Unkoku Tōeki
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Landscape of Summer and Autumn, from a triptych of Bodhidharma and Landscapes of the Four Seaons

Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis

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Color Palette: Monochrome

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 8 artworks by Unkoku Tōeki
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Huineng, the Sixth Patriarch of Zen, with Geese and Myna (601) by Unkoku Tōeki

601 · original 107.6cm x 46.4cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 8 artworks by Unkoku Tōeki
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Unkoku Tōeki: Chinese Pavilions in a Landscape

1625 · Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 8 artworks by Unkoku Tōeki
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Bodhidharma, from a triptych of Bodhidharma and Landscapes of the Four Seaons

Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis

Color Palette: Monochrome

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 8 artworks by Unkoku Tōeki
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The artist

Unkoku Tōeki

1591 – 1644

Quick facts

Top-ranked workEggplants and Poem
Copyright statusPublic domain
Art periodEarly Modern
Died1644
Lifespan53 years
Color intensitybalanced
NationalityJapan

Biography

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 TopImpressionists.com 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 TopImpressionists.com notable museums featuring unkoku tōeki's work: * iwami art museum * the metropolitan museum of art (featuring unkoku tōeki's work in their collection)

Questions & Answers

Can I study Unkoku Tōeki's use of color across all works?

The Palette Genome of Unkoku Tōeki is a page that presents the color profile of the artist's body of work.

What other names is Unkoku Tōeki known by?

Unkoku Tōeki appears under the alternate names 雲谷等益.

What are the birthplace and birth year of Unkoku Tōeki?

Unkoku Tōeki was born in Hiroshima in 1591.

By the TopImpressionists.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 7, 2026

Collector's quiz

Who was the founder of the Unkoku school?
In which Japanese city was Unkoku Tōeki born?
Which artist's style served as the basis for Tōeki's 'Summer and Winter Landscapes'?
What feature is characteristic of Tōeki's artistic style in his landscape depictions?
Which museum holds the 'Screen Depicting Landscape' by Unkoku Tōeki?

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