Totoya Hokkei
Totoya Hokkei (1780–1850) was a Japanese artist and printmaker associated with the Utagawa school of woodblock printing. He was renowned for his bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) prints,...
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Totoya Hokkei (1780–1850) was a Japanese artist and printmaker associated with the Utagawa school of woodblock printing. He was renowned for his bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) prints, as well as his landscapes, kabuki actor portraits, and illustrations of classical literature. Hokkei's style was characterized by delicate lines, intricate details, and a soft, lyrical quality. He was also known for his mastery of the woodblock printing technique, producing prints of exceptional quality and craftsmanship.
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