Description: (Japanese Painter)
Sakai Hōitsu was a notable Japanese painter known for his affiliation with the Rinpa school. He played a key role in revitalizing the artistic style and reputation of Ogata Kōrin by creating many reproductions of Kōrin's famous works. Hōitsu dedicated his professional career to preserving and advancing the traditional artistic techniques and aesthetics linked to the Rinpa school. His expert reproductions of Kōrin's artworks enhanced his own standing as a skilled artist devoted to honoring the legacy of previous artists.