Kitao Shigemasa: Colour Plates

By Maria Peitcheva

Kitao Shigemasa (1739 - 1820) was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist from Edo. He was one of the leading printmakers of his day, but his works have been slightly obscure. He is noted for paintings of geisha. He was taught by Shigenaga and has been referred to as "a chameleon" who adapted to changing styles. He was less active after the rise of Torii Kiyonaga and produced relatively few works considering the length of his career. He is also noted for his haikai (poetry) and shodo (Japanese calligraphy). In his later years he used the studio name Kosuisai. His work also appeared under the art names Hokuho, Kosuisai, Kosuiken, Suiho Itsujin, and others. He wrote poetry that appeared under the name Karan.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1539729443
• ISBN13: 9781539729440
• Release Date: October 2016
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.1" x 8.5"