Otoko-e

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Scope note
Painting style from the Heian period (794-1185) that may have referred specifically to the work of professional painters of the imperial court and was notable for its ink-line drawing and action packed scenes. This style, considered masculine, was sometimes contrasted with "onna-e," feminine painting.
Otoko-e
Accepted term: 22-Apr-2024