Discover how the modern master turned physical limitation into creative inspiration, with our deep dive into his instantly recognisable collage pieces.
Shinsui Ito
Shinsui Itō (1898–1972) was a prominent shin-hanga artist known for his elegant woodblock prints of bijin-ga (beautiful women) and serene landscapes. Trained in traditional Japanese painting, Itō's art blends classic aesthetics with modern sensibilities, emphasizing graceful lines, soft colors, and a refined sense of beauty. His work played a significant role in revitalising traditional Japanese art during the 20th century, and his detailed, sensitive portrayals of women capture both timeless beauty and a sense of cultural heritage.
Shinsui Itō (1898–1972) was a prominent shin-hanga artist known for his elegant woodblock prints of bijin-ga (beautiful women) and serene landscapes. Trained in tr...
Read more
Shinsui Itō (1898–1972) was a prominent shin-hanga artist known for his elegant woodblock prints of bijin-ga (beautiful women) and serene landscapes. Trained in traditional Japanese painting, Itō's art blends classic aesthetics with modern sensibilities, emphasizing graceful lines, soft colors, and a refined sense of beauty. His work played a significant role in revitalising traditional Japanese art during the 20th century, and his detailed, sensitive portrayals of women capture both timeless beauty and a sense of cultural heritage.
Read less
Sort by:
Our top artists
From our blog
The early 20th century new wave artist that influenced the man who changed the world.
Was Monet's exquisite garden at Giverny a natural source of inspiration, or in fact a work of art in its own right?
Classic looks, modern ideas, retro stylings and timeless interior concepts to get you started.
Expressionism? Giclée? Mid-century? Our straightforward glossary makes it simple.
Taking painting from an aesthetic practice to a philosophical one, Mondrian distilled the ideas of his predecessors to show the world a radical new direction for the future of art.
For over 100 years, Bauhaus has been at the forefront of contemporary art and design, not only for its visual style, but for the moral philosophies that drove it.