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Wushe

1934. , 33.0 x 24.0 cm. National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts.

Fig. 1. Zenkichi Nagano, Wushe, 1934. Shown as the reproduction you are specifying: , .

§ 1Catalogue data

Dimensions
33.0 x 24.0 cm

§ 2Abstract

Collectible Description

Zenkichi Nagano’s ‘Wushe’ (1934) is a dramatic Expressionist oil painting featuring a woman in intense red hues. Explore its textured impasto & poignant form, reflecting Taiwanese culture.

Artist Biography

Explore the art of zenkichi nagano (Shiotsuki Tohō), a Japanese painter known for his poignant depictions of Taiwanese indigenous cultures & Nihonga style.

§ 3Commentary

When Shiotsuki Toho served as a juror in the Western painting division of the Taiwan Fine Art Exhibition, the exhibition was also his main platform for showing his work, oil paintings of Taiwan

Questions & Answers

When was "Wushe" created, and to which movement does it belong?

"Wushe" was created in 1934 as a work of the Expressionism movement. Date and movement anchor the artwork in art history.

What color saturation does "Wushe" by Zenkichi Nagano have?

"Wushe" by Zenkichi Nagano is recorded with a clear color presence saturation.

Can I see "Wushe" by Zenkichi Nagano under different lights?

The X-Ray page of "Wushe" by Zenkichi Nagano is an interactive viewer that lets you slide through eleven optical layers of the artwork's image, including an X-ray style view.

§ 4The artist

Zenkichi Nagano

Zenkichi Nagano

1886 - 1954, Japan

Quick facts about Zenkichi Nagano

  • Full Name: Zenkichi Nagano (Shiotsuki Tohō)
  • Nationality: Japanese
  • Date Of Birth: 1886
  • Date Of Death: 1954
  • Place Of Birth: Miyazaki, Japan
  • Notable Artworks: ['Wushe']
  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Nihonga
  • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Kanō Sansetsu']

Artist Biography

early life and career

zenkichi nagano, also known by his pseudonym shiotsuki toho (塩月桃甫, shiotsuki tōho), was a japanese painter from miyazaki, born on february 27, 1886, and passed away on january 30, 1954. his artistic journey is marked by his tenure as an art teacher in taiwan from 1921 to 1946, which significantly influenced his work.

artistic style and concern for indigenous peoples

nagano's surviving works, showcased on AllPaintingsStore.com, reflect his deep concern for taiwan's indigenous peoples. his oil paintings, such as wushe, not only demonstrate his technical skill but also highlight the cultural nuances of the taiwanese community.
  • key artworks:
  • wushe (national taiwan museum of fine arts, taichung city, taiwan)

teaching and influence

nagano's role as an art educator in taiwan had a profound impact on the local art scene. his dedication to promoting indigenous culture through his art has inspired generations of artists.
  • notable art movement:
  • nihonga, a japanese style of painting that emphasizes traditional techniques and materials.
  • example: the nihonga art movement

legacy and remembrance

though zenkichi nagano's life was marked by his time in taiwan, his legacy extends beyond the borders of japan. his art serves as a testament to the enduring power of cultural exchange and the importance of preserving indigenous heritage.
  • related artists:
  • kaoru usukubo, known for her realistic style and exploration of the real and unreal.

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§ 7Cite this entry

AllPaintingsStore.com, “Zenkichi Nagano, Wushe (1934)”, https://allpaintingsstore.com/en/art/zenkichi-nagano-wushe-D7JB23-en/ (accessed 6 October 2026).

§ 8The reproduction

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