The Japanese styles of Sosaku Hanga and Shin-Hanga developed from what influence?

A Shan-Shui

B Ukiyo-e

C Realism

D Impressionism

1 answer

The Japanese styles of Sosaku Hanga and Shin-Hanga developed primarily from influences of D Impressionism and B Ukiyo-e.

While Sosaku Hanga (Creative Prints) was influenced by Western art movements like Impressionism, focusing on the artist's expression and individual creativity, Shin-Hanga (New Prints) aimed to revive Ukiyo-e traditions while incorporating Western techniques and perspectives, including elements of Impressionism.

So, both B (Ukiyo-e) and D (Impressionism) are relevant influences, but if you must choose just one from the provided options, D Impressionism would be more specific to the distinct characteristics of the Sosaku Hanga movement.