Yatsuo no Tsubaki

Tsubaki of Yao was an ukiyo-e artist active in the mid-Edo period. His real name is unknown, but he inherited the tradition of Kamigata-e and produced many sophisticated portraits of beautiful women and actors. In particular, his portraits of beautiful women, painted with detailed lines and vivid colors, captivated many people with their graceful figures and expressive expressions .

Yao's Tsubaki Biography

• Date of birth and death unknown, active around the mid-18th century
• Active mainly in Osaka
• It is said to have been influenced by the Kaigetsudo school.
• He specializes in portraits of beautiful women and actors.

Representative works

• "Fashionable Courtesans" series
• "Picture Book Stage Fan"
• "Picture Book Sumo Mirror"

Yao Tsubaki's style and achievements

Tsubaki Yao's works are characterized by detailed lines, vivid colors, and sophisticated compositions. Her portraits of beautiful women in particular have been highly praised for their skillful depiction of the graceful poses, delicate expressions, and gorgeous costumes of women .

Tsubaki of Yao inherited the traditions of Kamigata-e, but also established his own unique style. His works reflect the culture of the common people in the Edo period, and are valuable sources of information on the customs and trends of the time. His portraits of beautiful women also have an influence on modern fashion and design.

Tsubaki of Yao was one of the leading artists of the Kamigata Ukiyo-e world in the mid-Edo period, and his works occupy an important place in the history of Japanese art.