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Taki Katei: The Famous Japanese Artist You’ve Probably Never Heard of

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Taki Katei: The Famous Japanese Artist You’ve Probably Never Heard of
"Bush Peonies" by Taki Katei. Paper, pigment, and ink; 56 7/8 inches by 23 1/4 inches. Keith Sweeney/National Museums Liverpool
Lorraine Ferrier
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In the 1890s, Japanese artist Taki Katei (1830–1901) was at the height of his career, honored with professional accolades and inundated with commissions. In 1893, he was honored as “Imperial Household Artist,” an accolade awarded for his work for Japan’s imperial court.

Despite Taki’s fame, you’ve probably never heard of him.

Lorraine Ferrier
Lorraine Ferrier
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Lorraine Ferrier writes about fine arts and craftsmanship for The Epoch Times. She focuses on artists and artisans, primarily in North America and Europe, who imbue their works with beauty and traditional values. She's especially interested in giving a voice to the rare and lesser-known arts and crafts, in the hope that we can preserve our traditional art heritage. She lives and writes in a London suburb, in England.
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