The Rinpa “Koetsu and Korin”

MOA Museum of Art

Finished

Artists

Koetsu Hon'ami, Korin Ogata, Kenzan Ogata, Hoitsu Sakai et al.

The Rinpa School is unique in that, unlike other schools such as Kano and Tosa, the heritage was perpetuated not through familial lines or clan-retainership, but by those who had affinity with the style. It came about in the early Edo period, with Hon’ami Koetsu and Tawaraya Sotatsu being forerunners, and it flourished during the years of Genroku (1688 - 1704) with the work by Ogata Kōrin and his brother Kenzan. Toward the end of the Edo period (the late 18th century), artists who admired Korin, such as Sakai Hoitsu and Suzuki Kiitsu, endeavored to revive the tradition. Throughout the period, these artists produced many different designs in a variety of genres not only painting on folding screens and hanging scrolls, but also kogei handicrafts such as writing boxes, kimonos, folding fans, portable containers and pottery.
This exhibition showcases the masterpieces of these prominent Rinpa artists, including Calligraphy of Poems from the ‘Shin-Kokin Wakashu’ on Printed Patterned Paper by Hon’ami Koetsu, Komachi and Old Journal by Ogata Korin, Covered Box with a design of plum blossoms by Ogata Kenzan and Wisteria, Lotus and Maple by Sakai Hoitsu. Rediscover the sophisticated finesse of decorative arts that stand the test of time and convey the grace carried by the works of the Rinpa artists.

Schedule

Jun 8 (Fri) 2018-Jul 17 (Tue) 2018

Opening Hours Information

Hours	9:30-16:30 (Last Admission 16:00)
Closed	Thursday Open on public holiday Thursday but closed on the following day. Closed in between exhibitions.
Notice	Closed on Thursdays (except for public holidays. Closed on days when displayed works are alternated.

Fee

Adults ¥1600, University & High School Students ¥1000, 65 & Older ¥1400, Persons with Disabilities ¥800, Junior High School Students & Younger Free.

Website

http://www.moaart.or.jp/en/?event=the-rinpa-koetsu-and-korin