This is the catalog for the "Toshio Nakanishi Exhibition" held in 2004. Softcover: 157 pages Dimensions: 22.2 x 1.6 x 28.0 cm There are scratches, yellowing, and stains on the top and side edges. The illustrations are in relatively good condition. ✯ You can view my listings categorized as: #Catalog_ArtCollection_Milk #ArtBooks_MaterialReferenceDesignSampleText_Milk From the exhibition introduction: This exhibition showcases Toshio Nakanishi, who distinguished himself in the Showa era with his modern watercolor style. Toshio Nakanishi consistently worked to improve the expression of watercolor painting throughout his life, and his works achieved groundbreaking success, including being selected for the Teiten (Imperial Art Exhibition) in 1934 (Showa 9). Furthermore, he broke away from the official exhibitions and formed the Shin-Seisaku-ha Kyokai (New Production Artists Association), contributing to its development and influencing contemporary painters. He is a master of watercolor painting who holds a significant presence in the modern Western painting world. Toshio Nakanishi was born in Tokyo in 1900 (Meiji 33). After studying at the Japan Watercolor Society's research institute, he entered the Western Painting Department of the Tokyo School of Fine Arts in 1922 (Taisho 11). In the same year, he formed the Tokyo Sankyokai, the predecessor of the Soharakai, which brought a new style to watercolor painting in the Taisho and Showa eras, and he continued to lead the activities of this group. In 1928 (Showa 3), he went to France and, based in Paris, traveled throughout Europe, and was selected for the Salon d'Automne twice. In 1931 (Showa 6), he returned to Japan and exhibited his works created during his stay in Europe, and thereafter, he achieved brilliant success in the Teiten, the Kofukai Exhibition, and other exhibitions. In 1936 (Showa 11), he broke away from the official exhibitions with the reorganization of the Teiten and formed the Shin-Seisaku-ha Kyokai with Ryohei Koiso, Genichiro Inokuma, and others, exhibiting his works and contributing to the association's development. In 1948 (Showa 23), he fell ill and passed away at the young age of 47, but his works, full of intellectual and urban sensibilities, have not lost their brilliance even after more than 50 years since his death. This exhibition, featuring approximately 100 works and sketches, re-examines the artistic career of Toshio Nakanishi.