Self-Portrait

Kohno Michisei (1895 – 1950)

Kohno Michisei (1895-1950) was a pivotal Japanese painter of the Yōga movement, blending Western techniques with traditional styles like Ukiyo-e & Japonism. Known for landscapes, portraits, and woodblock prints reflecting the Taishō period.

Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art (Nagoya, Japan)

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About this artwork

Title: Self-Portrait
Artist: Kohno Michisei
Year: 1917
Original dimensions: 51.0 x 73.0 cm
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art
Movement: Taishō Period Yōga
Main color: Espresso
Keywords: oriental art , oil painting , zen buddhism

Quick Facts

Location: National Museum of Asian Art
Dimensions: 51 x 73 cm
Influences: Albrecht Dürer
Notable elements or techniques: Detailed realism; Use of oak leaves
Year: 1917
Medium: Oil on canvas