Kobayashi Tokuzo: A Poetic Everyday Universe
Summary
This exhibition is the first major retrospective of Kobayashi Tokuzo (1884–1949), a Western-style painter active from the Taisho to Showa eras. He studied at Tokyo School of Fine Arts and was associated with the Fuzan-kai and Haruyo-kai art groups. Known for depicting everyday motifs like fish and vegetables and candid family scenes, he gained popularity among cultural figures. The exhibition showcases over 300 works and materials, highlighting his diverse contributions to art, publishing, and stage design. It runs from September 12 to November 8, 2026, in Tokyo.
(Source:美術展ナビ)