Special Exhibition: Nihonga Avant-garde KYOTO 1948-1970
Summary
The special exhibition, "Nihonga Avant-garde KYOTO 1948-1970," focuses on the pioneering efforts of Kyoto painters who navigated the tension between tradition and innovation in the post-war Nihonga world. The exhibition highlights the trajectory of these spirited artists, primarily associated with three art groups formed after the 1940s: Sōzō Bijutsu, Panreal Art Association, and Kera Art Association. By showcasing their attempts to question the boundaries of Nihonga and seek new expressions, the exhibition collectively terms this rebellious creative movement in post-war Kyoto as the "Nihonga Avant-garde," unraveling an alternative lineage of Nihonga that continues to the present day.
(Source:美術展ナビ)