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The history of Japanese art through the centuries. How Japanese art was influenced by Chinese and Western influences in time.

Art Japanese would not be without its incredibly beautiful paintings Japanese art. Japanese paintings were inspired by the Chinese style of painting from the fourteenth through the centuries XVI. This is called the Muromachi period during which the Chinese were widely trade with Japan, and introducing his art to this island nation. The complex style exquisite Chinese painting of this time were very well received by Japanese nobles, who competed with each other to create beautiful homes filled with art and culture. Once this painting style was firmly established among the nobility, the Japanese began to imitate the style and art in Japan before this were still being created.

The special qualities of the painters in Japan who followed the Muromachi style was the sense of space that was created, and the narration of a story. Later, during the period known as the Momoyama, which occurred between 1573 and 1603, painting landscapes and traditional Japan has developed. These paintings were created in beautiful countryside big screens, so that all the vastness of nature could be seen. It was only during the Edo period is from 1603 until 1867 that the familiar style of adding gold leaf and a look at the pictures of mosaic was added. This clearly reflects Western influence now introduced in the east. However, a traditional form of art called Ukiyo-e was developed at the same time that seemed a throwback to ancient art forms because it uses wood planks to create works of art.

The next important period of Japanese Meiji considered. Between 1868 and 1912, Western influence became more pronounced. The different schools of painting appeared, each with its unique style. For example, the school used Suibokuga only black ink for their paintings, a reflection of Chinese influence and also strongly influenced by Zen

Originally, it was a protest against the Chinese methods of painting with ink black. The Kano school of painting, founded by Kano Masanobu and his son Kano Motonobu was actually a protest against Chinese influence. As in contrast, Kano paintings, using bright colors and unusual compositions compared with the Suibokuga simplistic style dark. The Kano school is said to be the influence of ukiyo-e school of design. Another highlight is the Nanga style style, popular during times Bunka and Bunsai called.

The clever use of space and the simple beauty attracted people since long ago the Japanese painting. There are half a Japanese painter feels compelled to use and also choose a wide range of topics such as buildings, landscapes and women.

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