Kano Tanyu: Patronage and Aesthetics in his Life and Art.
This essay - discussing the life in art of Kano Tanyu (1602-1674) - will argue that Tanyu represents a classic example of the function of patronage in the production of art. In 17th century Japan the styles and subjects of art differed depending upon the class who were to be the designated audience for the art. The Kano family had tied its fortunes to the ruling Tokugawa clan from an early date" Tanyu's artist father having moved to Edo at the order of the shogun. 5 pgs. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Pages: 5
Bibliography: 3 source(s) listed
Filename: 4436 Kano Tanyu Life.doc
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