Modern
yano kyōson
Born 1890
Died 1965
A Life Dedicated to the Way of Nanga
Yano Kyōson, born in Obuchi County, Ehime Prefecture, Japan in 1890 and passing away in 1965, stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of nanga painting during the Taishō and Shōwa periods. His life was a dedicated pursuit of revitalizing this traditional art form while subtly incorporating elements reflective of a rapidly changing Japan. Kyōson wasn’t merely a painter; he was an educator, an or…
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through yano kyōson'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
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Thumbnails — Dated Works
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Colour Band — Movement Drift
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