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makioka tomokichi

Born 1886 Died 1957 Works span 1916–1916

Makioka Tomokichi: A Master of Makie Lacquerware Makioka Tomokichi (1886 – 1957) stands as a pivotal figure in the realm of Japanese lacquerware artistry, particularly celebrated for his masterful execution of makie—a technique involving inlaying gold leaf onto resin to create breathtaking decorative surfaces. Born in Osaka, Japan, Tomokichi’s artistic journey unfolded against the backdrop of a burgeoning Meiji era, marked by rapid mo…

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1916

first work

1916

last work

Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through makioka tomokichi's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

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Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups makioka tomokichi's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

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.

makioka tomokichi

1886 – 1957

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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