Thesis：During the Meiji period (1868–1912) in Japan, Yokoyama Taikan and
Kuroda Seiki emerged as emblematic figures in the dialogue between traditional
Japanese and Western art forms, symbolizing the complex interplay of cultural
preservation and innovation. This study argues that Taikan’s
dedication to refining and promoting Nihonga, contrasted
with Kuroda’s
pioneering integration of Western painting
techniques, exemplifies the broader
thematic of cultural
identity negotiation in Japan, revealing how art became a
crucial site for reimagining and asserting modern Japanese identity.
1. Historical Context of the Meiji
Period in Japan
2. Artistic Philosophies of
Yokoyama Taikan and
Kuroda Seiki
3. Compare and Contrast Nihonga and
Yōga
through the art Works of
Yokoyama
Taikan and Kuroda
Seiki
4. Assess the Impact of
Yokoyama Taikan
and
Kuroda Seiki
on Japanese Artistic Identity
5. Understand the Role of Art in
Cultural Exchange and Identity Formation
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