Poems for Watanabe Seitei

Watanabe Seitei, a pioneering Nihonga painter, made significant contributions to Japanese art by fusing Western realism with the traditional techniques of the Kikuchi Y sai school. His visit to the 1878 International Exhibition in Paris marked a milestone, earning him a medal and showcasing his innovative style in kach ga (bird-and-flower painting). Seitei's work reflects a unique blend of cultural influences, highlighting his role in the evolution of Japanese painting during a transformative period.