Rinpa School Collection

Eleven female cranes standing in dry reed bed, c. 1700-50 (ink and colours on paper)
BL12369 Eleven female cranes standing in dry reed bed, c.1700-50 (ink and colours on paper) by Korin, Ogata (1658-1716); British Museum, London

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 13 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 13 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 9 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 9 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 8 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 8 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 7 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 7 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 6 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 6 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 5 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 5 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 32 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 32 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 31 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 31 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 30 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 30 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 3 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 3 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 29 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 29 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 28 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 28 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 27 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 27 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 26 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 26 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 22 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 22 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 21 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 21 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 18 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 18 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 17 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 17 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 16 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 16 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 14 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 14 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 12 of 33), 1900. Creator: Kamisaka Sekka
A Thousand Grasses (Chigusa) (image 12 of 33), 1900. Album of (thirty) color woodblock prints

Plum blossom, c.1801. Creator: Sakai Hoitsu
Plum blossom, c.1801

Plum blossom, c.1801. Creator: Sakai Hoitsu
Plum blossom, c.1801

Six Jewel Rivers (Mu-Tamagawa), ca. 1839. Creator: Sakai Oho
Six Jewel Rivers (Mu-Tamagawa), ca. 1839. Edo period (1615-1868)

Hares and autumn grasses, c. 1700 (ink, colour and gold on paper)
BL12363 Hares and autumn grasses, c.1700 (ink, colour and gold on paper) by Japanese School, (17th century); British Museum, London

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Rinpa school, a Japanese art movement that emerged in the 17th century, is known for its bold and vibrant designs inspired by nature. Artists of the Rinpa school often used gold leaf and intricate patterns to create stunning works of art that were highly sought after by nobility and collectors. The style was characterized by its use of asymmetry, dynamic compositions, and attention to detail. One of the most famous artists associated with the Rinpa school is Ogata Korin, whose iconic work "Irises" exemplifies the beauty and elegance of this artistic tradition. Other notable artists include Sakai Hoitsu and Suzuki Kiitsu, who continued to develop and expand upon the principles established by Korin. The Rinpa school continues to influence contemporary artists today with its timeless aesthetic appeal and innovative techniques. Its legacy lives on through exhibitions, workshops, and publications dedicated to preserving this important chapter in Japanese art history. Explore the world artistry and discover the beauty that has captivated audiences for centuries.