Kamisaka Sekka

Shop 139 artworks by Kamisaka Sekka (Japanese, 1866–1942) — every piece is public domain and can be printed as canvas, rolled canvas, framed canvas or a framed print.

Kamisaka Sekka was an important artistic figure in early twentieth-century Japan. Born in Kyoto to a samurai family, his talents for art and design were recognized early. He eventually allied himself with the traditional Rinpa school of art. He is considered the last great proponent of this artistic tradition. Sekka also worked in lacquer and in a variety of other media.

Biography adapted from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).

At a glance

Most of Kamisaka Sekka's work on the site falls under Illustration (97), Prints (35), Drawings (7).

By movement, it's catalogued as Art Nouveau (141), Japanese (culture or style) (1).

Culture: Japanese (142).

By orientation: 140 landscape, 2 portrait.

Dated work in this group ranges from 1900 to 1909.

Other Japanese artists of the period

Artists from the same country and generation, also in the archive:

• Tsukioka Yoshitoshi — 646 artworks
• Imao Keinen — 262 artworks
• Shimizu Seifū — 262 artworks
• Kobayashi Kiyochika — 165 artworks
• Kawase Hasui — 155 artworks
• Yoshida Hiroshi — 88 artworks
• Kawanabe Kyōsai — 81 artworks
• Hashiguchi Goyō — 39 artworks

Prints of these artworks

Prints of any artwork on this page are made to order at the production partner closest to you, starting from $21.99 including shipping, in Canvas, Rolled Canvas, Framed Canvas or Framed Print.

Sizes and framing

Sizes are listed in inches and centimetres, with up to 26 sizes available depending on the print type, from small desk pieces up to large statement pieces. A size that doesn't match this artwork's own proportions is centred and trimmed to fit, and each print type's page states exactly how much of the image that removes.

Framed Canvas and Framed Print orders are available in 8 frame colours (Black, White, Natural, Gold, Walnut, Silver, Dark Grey, Light Grey); Canvas and Rolled Canvas have no frame and no glass.

Frequently asked questions

How many Kamisaka Sekka artworks does Archive Lane have?

139 public-domain artworks by Kamisaka Sekka are catalogued on Archive Lane, each available as a free preview, a digital download, or a made-to-order print.

What nationality was Kamisaka Sekka?

Kamisaka Sekka is catalogued as Japanese (born 1866, died 1942).

Can I download these as digital files?

Yes, every artwork can be previewed for free and downloaded as the original high-resolution file with a one-off purchase or a membership.

Can these be printed and framed?

Yes, any artwork here can be ordered as a Canvas, Rolled Canvas, Framed Canvas or Framed Print, made to order and shipped locally.

Is this art really public domain?

Yes. Every artwork on Archive Lane is in the public domain, meaning the original copyright has expired, so it can be reproduced and sold as a print without a licence from the artist's estate.

Can I filter this list?

Yes, use the filters above the grid to narrow by artist, colour, orientation and, where available, movement or room.