Fine Art
Okumura Toshinobu

Okumura Toshinobu

Japanese, 1680–1760

Okumura Toshinobu was a Japanese ukiyo-e printmaker and painter, active during the Edo period. He is known for his contributions to the genre of woodblock printing and is recognized as one of the prominent artists of the late 17th century. Okumura was born in 1680 in the city of Edo, which is now Tokyo. He trained under the renowned ukiyo-e artist Nishikawa Sukenobu and later established his own studio, where he produced a significant body of work. His prints often depicted beautiful women, landscapes, and scenes from kabuki theater, showcasing his mastery of color and composition. Okumura's style is characterized by its elegance and attention to detail, which helped to elevate the ukiyo-e genre during his time. He passed away in 1760, leaving behind a legacy that influenced future generations of artists in the ukiyo-e tradition.

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