Description Sakai Hoitsu (1761-1828) was a painter active in the late Edo period of Japan and a representative figure of the Edo Rinpa school. Originally from a samurai family, he was born into the Sakai family, the lords of Himeji Domain. His real name was Sakai Tadanao. Characteristics of his style Sakai Hoitsu's works are characterized by sophisticated compositions and soft colors, while inheriting the splendor and decorative quality of the Rinpa school. In addition, many of his works are combined with poetry and haiku, and the strong literary element is also attractive. Main works "Wind God and Thunder God Screens": A representative work based on the same-named work by Ogata Korin. "Summer and Autumn Grasses Screens": A work that expresses Hoitsu's individuality while inheriting the Rinpa tradition. "Bird-and-Flower Paintings": Works of beautiful bird-and-flower paintings rich in seasonal feeling. Evaluation and Influence Sakai Hoitsu, while influenced by Ogata Korin, developed the Rinpa style of painting by demonstrating his own individuality. His works have had a great influence on later Japanese art and decorative design. In addition, the Rinpa tradition was inherited and further expanded by his disciples, such as Suzuki Kiitsu. His works are still highly regarded both in Japan and abroad and are held in museums and private collections. Mounting dimensions (including jikusaki) ★ Approximately 40 x 146 Paper dimensions ★ Approximately 31 x 72 ・There are stains and folds. ・Please note that there may be slight differences in color between the images posted and the actual product. ・If you purchase a painting and hang it on the wall, please check the strength of the string and金具 before hanging it. We also recommend that you check regularly to make sure that the strength has not decreased. ・Please take a good look at the images and purchase the item after understanding that it is a used item. ※Regarding works with the specific artist's name in the product title of art objects. [Genuine] Works that can be guaranteed to be genuine. If it is judged to be a forgery by a public appraisal institution within 90 days from the date of purchase, we will refund the purchase price after returning the work. The buyer is responsible for the appraisal fee and other expenses. [Copy] All works that are suspected of not being genuine are labeled as copies. Please purchase after confirming the above.