Uemura Shoen Art Collection

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Shoen, born in Kyoto in 1875, was a renowned artist known for her elegant paintings of beautiful women. In 1948, she became the first woman to be honored with the Order of Cultural Merit. Her graceful and sophisticated artworks continue to leave a lasting impression on many people today. This book offers a comprehensive look at Shoen's artistic journey, featuring 66 paintings of beautiful women and 30 sketches and preparatory works. The collection is enriched with insights from interviews and representative works from across Japan.

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- Foreword by: Atsuyuki Uemura
- Contributions by: Fukumi Shimura, Hidetaro Sugimoto
- Commentary by: Minako Kito, Noriko Aoyama