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Hashimoto Tadayoshi
Early Life and Training in the Kano Tradition Hashimoto Tadayoshi, better known as Kano Chikanobu, was born in 1660 in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, a period steeped in the traditions of the Edo era. His artistic journey began within the esteemed Kano school of painting, one of the most influential and long-lasting schools in Japanese art history. The Kano school, favored by the shogunate, emphasized precise brushwork, bold compositions,
and often depicted historical or mythological scenes with a focus on power and authority. Chikanobu’s early training would have instilled in him a deep respect for these established conventions – a foundation he would later subtly yet significantly transform. However, Chikanobu's artistic curiosity extended beyond the confines of traditional Kano style. He sought further refinement by studying with masters of the *ukiyo-e* world, spec…